Kochkor-Ata Population 2026
Kochkor-Ata has a population of 17,177, making it the #27 biggest city in 🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan, located in Jalal-Abad Region. Roughly 0.2% of Kyrgyzstan's population lives here. It is about 52× smaller than Bishkek, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,177
Rank in Kyrgyzstan
#27
Coordinates
41.04°N, 72.48°E
~618 m elevation · Asia/Bishkek
Distance to capital (Bishkek)
268 km
166 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Jalal-Abad Region
| City | Population | Rank in Kyrgyzstan |
|---|---|---|
| Manas | 123,239 | #3 |
| Bazar-Korgon | 41,011 | #10 |
| Suzak | 30,534 | #14 |
| Kara-Kul’ | 26,901 | #16 |
| Tash-Kumyr | 23,594 | #19 |
| Toktogul | 20,577 | #23 |
| Massy | 19,774 | #24 |
| Ala-Buka | 15,426 | #29 |
Cities near Kochkor-Ata
- Massy19,774 people · ~13 km away
- Bazar-Korgon41,011 people · ~22 km away
- Suzak30,534 people · ~39 km away
- Tash-Kumyr23,594 people · ~41 km away
- Manas123,239 people · ~44 km away
- Kara Suu26,609 people · ~49 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kochkor-Ata?
Kochkor-Ata has a population of 17,177 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #27 biggest city in Kyrgyzstan.
What region is Kochkor-Ata in?
Kochkor-Ata is located in Jalal-Abad Region, Kyrgyzstan.
Is Kochkor-Ata the capital of Kyrgyzstan?
No, the capital of Kyrgyzstan is Bishkek, about 268 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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