Shalkar Population 2026
Shalkar has a population of 27,072, making it the #60 biggest city in 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan, located in Atyrau Oblisi. Roughly 0.1% of Kazakhstan's population lives here. It is about 73× smaller than Almaty, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
27,072
Rank in Kazakhstan
#60
Coordinates
48.03°N, 48.90°E
~-14 m elevation · Asia/Atyrau
Distance to capital (Astana)
1,655 km
1,028 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Atyrau Oblisi
Cities near Shalkar
FAQ
What is the population of Shalkar?
Shalkar has a population of 27,072 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #60 biggest city in Kazakhstan.
What region is Shalkar in?
Shalkar is located in Atyrau Oblisi, Kazakhstan.
Is Shalkar the capital of Kazakhstan?
No, the capital of Kazakhstan is Astana, about 1,655 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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