Shakhtinsk Population 2026
Shakhtinsk has a population of 41,602, making it the #40 biggest city in 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan, located in Karaganda. Roughly 0.2% of Kazakhstan's population lives here. It is about 48× smaller than Almaty, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
41,602
Rank in Kazakhstan
#40
Coordinates
49.71°N, 72.59°E
~504 m elevation · Asia/Almaty
Distance to capital (Astana)
183 km
114 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Karaganda
Cities near Shakhtinsk
FAQ
What is the population of Shakhtinsk?
Shakhtinsk has a population of 41,602 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #40 biggest city in Kazakhstan.
What region is Shakhtinsk in?
Shakhtinsk is located in Karaganda, Kazakhstan.
Is Shakhtinsk the capital of Kazakhstan?
No, the capital of Kazakhstan is Astana, about 183 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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