Maqanshy Population 2026
Maqanshy has a population of 18,754, making it the #76 biggest city in 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan, located in Abai Region. Roughly 0.1% of Kazakhstan's population lives here. It is about 105× smaller than Almaty, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,754
Rank in Kazakhstan
#76
Coordinates
46.78°N, 82.02°E
~469 m elevation · Asia/Almaty
Distance to capital (Astana)
912 km
566 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Abai Region
Cities near Maqanshy
FAQ
What is the population of Maqanshy?
Maqanshy has a population of 18,754 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #76 biggest city in Kazakhstan.
What region is Maqanshy in?
Maqanshy is located in Abai Region, Kazakhstan.
Is Maqanshy the capital of Kazakhstan?
No, the capital of Kazakhstan is Astana, about 912 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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