Kazakhstan (officially Republic of Kazakhstan) is an independent country located in Central Asia, Asia. With a population of 20,426,568 people, it ranks #63 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 2,724,900 km² (#10 globally), with a population density of 7 people per km². The capital city is Astana. The official languages are Kazakh, Russian.
Key Facts
Population
20,426,568
#63 world ranking
Area
2,724,900 km²
#10 world ranking
Population Density
7/km²
Capital
Astana
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
2
UTC+05:00
Continent
Asia
Bordering Countries
5
neighboring countries
Languages
Currency
- Kazakhstani tenge (₸)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (5)
China
Russia
Uzbekistan
Kyrgyzstan
TurkmenistanCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Kazakhstan?
The capital of Kazakhstan is Astana.
What is the population of Kazakhstan?
Kazakhstan has a population of 20,426,568 people, ranking #63 in the world by population.
How big is Kazakhstan?
Kazakhstan covers an area of 2,724,900 km², ranking #10 in the world by area. The population density is 7 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Kazakhstan?
The official languages of Kazakhstan are: Kazakh, Russian.
What is the currency of Kazakhstan?
The currency of Kazakhstan is Kazakhstani tenge (₸).
What countries border Kazakhstan?
Kazakhstan shares borders with 5 countries: China, Russia, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan.