Shemonaikha Population 2026
Shemonaikha has a population of 20,087, making it the #71 biggest city in 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan, located in East Kazakhstan. Roughly 0.1% of Kazakhstan's population lives here. It is about 98× smaller than Almaty, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,087
Rank in Kazakhstan
#71
Coordinates
50.63°N, 81.91°E
~300 m elevation · Asia/Almaty
Distance to capital (Astana)
736 km
457 miles, straight line
Other big cities in East Kazakhstan
| City | Population | Rank in Kazakhstan |
|---|---|---|
| Ust-Kamenogorsk | 319,067 | #10 |
| Ridder | 52,664 | #29 |
| Altay | 44,929 | #33 |
| Zaysan | 17,600 | #79 |
Cities near Shemonaikha
FAQ
What is the population of Shemonaikha?
Shemonaikha has a population of 20,087 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #71 biggest city in Kazakhstan.
What region is Shemonaikha in?
Shemonaikha is located in East Kazakhstan, Kazakhstan.
Is Shemonaikha the capital of Kazakhstan?
No, the capital of Kazakhstan is Astana, about 736 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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