Ust-Kamenogorsk Population 2026
Ust-Kamenogorsk has a population of 319,067, making it the #10 biggest city in 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan, located in East Kazakhstan. Roughly 1.5% of Kazakhstan's population lives here. It is about 6.2× smaller than Almaty, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
319,067
Rank in Kazakhstan
#10
Coordinates
49.97°N, 82.61°E
~287 m elevation · Asia/Almaty
Distance to capital (Astana)
799 km
496 miles, straight line
Other big cities in East Kazakhstan
| City | Population | Rank in Kazakhstan |
|---|---|---|
| Ridder | 52,664 | #29 |
| Altay | 44,929 | #33 |
| Shemonaikha | 20,087 | #71 |
| Zaysan | 17,600 | #79 |
Cities near Ust-Kamenogorsk
FAQ
What is the population of Ust-Kamenogorsk?
Ust-Kamenogorsk has a population of 319,067 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #10 biggest city in Kazakhstan.
What region is Ust-Kamenogorsk in?
Ust-Kamenogorsk is located in East Kazakhstan, Kazakhstan.
Is Ust-Kamenogorsk the capital of Kazakhstan?
No, the capital of Kazakhstan is Astana, about 799 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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