Zaysan Population 2026
Zaysan has a population of 17,600, making it the #79 biggest city in 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan, located in East Kazakhstan. Roughly 0.1% of Kazakhstan's population lives here. It is about 112× smaller than Almaty, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,600
Rank in Kazakhstan
#79
Coordinates
47.47°N, 84.87°E
~635 m elevation · Asia/Almaty
Distance to capital (Astana)
1,055 km
655 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 |
| Shemonaikha | 20,087 | #71 |
Cities near Zaysan
FAQ
What is the population of Zaysan?
Zaysan has a population of 17,600 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #79 biggest city in Kazakhstan.
What region is Zaysan in?
Zaysan is located in East Kazakhstan, Kazakhstan.
Is Zaysan the capital of Kazakhstan?
No, the capital of Kazakhstan is Astana, about 1,055 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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