Oral Population 2026
Oral has a population of 330,000, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan, located in West Kazakhstan. Roughly 1.6% of Kazakhstan's population lives here. It is about 6.0× smaller than Almaty, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
330,000
Rank in Kazakhstan
#8
Coordinates
51.25°N, 51.43°E
~29 m elevation · Asia/Oral
Distance to capital (Astana)
1,390 km
863 miles, straight line
Other big cities in West Kazakhstan
| City | Population | Rank in Kazakhstan |
|---|---|---|
| Aqsay | 34,799 | #48 |
Cities near Oral
FAQ
What is the population of Oral?
Oral has a population of 330,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Kazakhstan.
What region is Oral in?
Oral is located in West Kazakhstan, Kazakhstan.
Is Oral the capital of Kazakhstan?
No, the capital of Kazakhstan is Astana, about 1,390 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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