Kazakhstan
Republic of Kazakhstan
Current Population (Live)
Annual Growth Rate: +0.88%
Kazakhstan is a Central Asia landlocked nation of around 20.4 million residents, placing it above the global median in population. This landlocked territory spans 2.72 million km² with a density of 7.0 people per km². Its capital is Astana, and official languages include Kazakh and Russian, while the Kazakhstani tenge serves as the national currency.
Population
20,426,568
Area
2,724,900 km²
Density
7/km²
World Rank
#63
Population Trend (1960-2050)
Historical data from 1960 to present with projections to 2050.
Annual Growth Rate by Period
Population growth has effectively stalled at 0% annually, suggesting the country is approaching or has reached a demographic plateau. Births occur at 20.1 per thousand against deaths at 6.7 per thousand, yielding a moderate natural surplus. The age distribution is relatively balanced, with 29.4% of residents under 15 and 8.7% over 65.
General Information
- Capital
- Astana
- Region
- Asia
- Subregion
- Central Asia
- Continent
- Asia
- Languages
- Kazakh, Russian
- Currencies
- Kazakhstani tenge (₸)
- Calling Code
- +76
- Top-Level Domain
- .kz, .қаз
- Landlocked
- Yes
- UN Member
- Yes
- Timezones
- UTC+05:00, UTC+06:00
Population Details
- Total Population
- 20,426,568
- Land Area
- 2,724,900 km²
- Population Density
- 7 per km²
- Annual Growth Rate
- +0.88%
- Annual Growth
- +179,754 people
- Daily Growth
- +492 people
- World Population Share
- 0.25%
- Coordinates
- 48.02°, 66.92°
Global Population Share
Demographics & Economy
With a GDP per capita of roughly $14.2k, Kazakhstan sits comfortably in the high-income bracket by World Bank standards. Unemployment sits at 4.8%, below the global average of 5.8%. Income distribution is comparatively egalitarian, reflected in a Gini index of 29.2.
Life Expectancy
74.4 years
GDP per Capita
$14,155
Birth Rate
20.1 per 1,000
Death Rate
6.7 per 1,000
Urban Population
62.1%
Fertility Rate
3.01 births/woman
Infant Mortality
7.6 per 1,000
Unemployment
4.8%
Literacy Rate
99.7%
Internet Users
93.4%
Under 15
29.4%
Over 65
8.7%
Health Spending
3.8% GDP
Gini Index
29.2
Age Distribution
0-14 years
6.0M
15-64 years
12.7M
65+ years
1.8M
Urbanization
About 62.1% of the population is urban, indicating a society in the midst of a rural-to-urban transition. The capital, Astana, remains the primary hub for government and commerce. Extremely low population density means that settlements are widely dispersed, raising logistical hurdles for infrastructure and public service delivery.
12.7M
62.1%
7.7M
37.9%
Health & Education Indicators
Average life expectancy of 74.4 years is roughly in line with the global benchmark of 72.8. Infant mortality stands at 7.6 per thousand live births, significantly higher than the global average. Near-universal literacy (99.7%) provides a strong foundation for workforce development and civic participation.
Life Expectancy
World avg: 72.8
Fertility Rate
World avg: 2.3
Infant Mortality
World avg: 27.5
Literacy Rate
World avg: 86.7
Internet Users
World avg: 63
Major Cities in Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan has 23 cities with a population over 100,000. Click on markers to see details.
Population Projections (2026-2050)
Near-zero growth suggests that Kazakhstan is entering a period of demographic stability—or, depending on policy responses, the early stages of decline. As a United Nations member state, Kazakhstan participates in global discussions on sustainable development that will shape its demographic future.
| Year | Projected Population |
|---|---|
| 2026 | 20,426,568 |
| 2030 | 21,150,246 |
| 2035 | 22,080,627 |
| 2040 | 23,041,492 |
| 2045 | 24,034,817 |
| 2050 | 25,062,587 |
Population History (1960-2026)
Year-by-year population data, growth rates, and trends for Kazakhstan.
Largest Cities in Kazakhstan
Explore the biggest cities and urban centers in Kazakhstan by population.
Neighboring Countries
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Kazakhstan?
The population of Kazakhstan is approximately 20.4 million as of 2026, making it #63 in the world by population.
What is the capital of Kazakhstan?
The capital of Kazakhstan is Astana.
What languages are spoken in Kazakhstan?
The main languages spoken in Kazakhstan are Kazakh, Russian.
How big is Kazakhstan?
Kazakhstan covers an area of 2,724,900 km² with a population density of 7 people per km².
Is Kazakhstan growing or shrinking?
Kazakhstan is growing at a rate of 0.88% per year, adding approximately 179,754 people annually.
What is the life expectancy in Kazakhstan?
The average life expectancy in Kazakhstan is 74.4 years.
What is the GDP per capita of Kazakhstan?
The GDP per capita of Kazakhstan is $14,155.