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About Ust-Kamenogorsk

Ust-Kamenogorsk (Oskemen) is a practical, low-cost city in eastern Kazakhstan, great for nomads who want a quieter base with strong industry and reliable urban services. 🏙️ Internet is generally workable, cafés and malls are available, and the Irtysh River adds some scenery. ❄️ Best for budget-focused remote workers who don’t mind cold winters and a less international vibe.

Regions

Through the year

Best in June (67) · now 46
-20° -10° 0° 10° 20° 30° Jan: 45 mm Feb: 38 mm Mar: 47 mm Apr: 39 mm May: 44 mm Jun: 66 mm Jul: 79 mm Aug: 76 mm Sep: 74 mm Oct: 66 mm Nov: 76 mm Dec: 45 mm Jan: -8°C / -16°C Feb: -6°C / -16°C Mar: 2°C / -8°C Apr: 15°C / 0°C May: 22°C / 8°C Jun: 27°C / 14°C Jul: 28°C / 16°C Aug: 26°C / 14°C Sep: 19°C / 8°C Oct: 11°C / 1°C Nov: 1°C / -6°C Dec: -7°C / -14°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm

Key scores

Cost of Living 7.6
Internet Speed 6.9
Digital Nomad Popularity 1.5
Safety 6.9
Weather 5.6
Accommodation Cost 8.1
Female Friendly 6.1
Racial Tolerance 5.8
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Quick costs

Quick costs in Ust-Kamenogorsk
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $308.57 per month
Coworking Space $102.86 per month
Coffee $1.65 per cup
Beer $1.03 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $4.11 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $12.34 per month
Mobile Plan $8.23 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $12.34 per month

Other cities in Kazakhstan

Other cities in Kazakhstan
# City Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Almaty $2,235 6.7 Compare
2 Astana $1,923 6.3 Compare
3 Shymkent $2,050 5.9 Compare
4 Taraz $1,532 5.5 Compare

Nearby destinations

Nearby destinations
# City Country Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Murree PK Pakistan $1,038 4.9 Compare
2 Erdenet MN Mongolia $1,043 5.1 Compare
3 Kandahar AF Afghanistan $1,849 2.3 Compare
4 Bishkek KG Kyrgyzstan $1,679 6.4 Compare

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