Almaty Population 2026
Almaty has a population of 1,977,011, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan, located in Almaty. Roughly 9.4% of Kazakhstan's population lives here.
Population (city proper)
1,977,011
Rank in Kazakhstan
#1
Coordinates
43.25°N, 76.91°E
~783 m elevation · Asia/Almaty
Distance to capital (Astana)
973 km
604 miles, straight line
Cities near Almaty
FAQ
What is the population of Almaty?
Almaty has a population of 1,977,011 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Kazakhstan.
What region is Almaty in?
Almaty is located in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
Is Almaty the capital of Kazakhstan?
No, the capital of Kazakhstan is Astana, about 973 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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