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Aktau
City in Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Overview
Aktau is a lively port city on the coast of the Caspian Sea in western Kazakhstan, noted for its modernist architecture and role as an industrial hub. Its unique microdistrict layout offers easy navigation, and the seaside promenade brings a relaxed feel to city life.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Kazakhstan
Region
Karaganda
Population
261,907
Time Zone
Asia/Almaty
Coordinates
48.03°, 72.83°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
58
LGBTQ+ Safety
40
Traffic Safety
65
Food Safety
70
Monthly Cost
$858
Local Cost
$450
Local Income
$350
Cashless
45
English
30
Temperature
3.6°C
Summer Avg
19.9°C
Winter Avg
-13.8°C
Record High
39.8°C
Record Low
-39.6°C
Humidity
67%
Precipitation
273 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 62/100.
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