Drinking water prices in Kazakhstan rise 15% in June
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Drinking water prices in Kazakhstan increased by 15% in June 2026, according to data from the Bureau of National Statistics. The rise follows a 10% tariff adjustment approved by the Ministry of Energy in May. Households in Almaty and Nur-Sultan reported the highest costs, with monthly bills averaging 3,500 tenge.
Price Increase Details
The 15% price hike for drinking water was recorded in June 2026, with the national average price reaching 120 tenge per cubic meter. The increase was driven by a 10% tariff adjustment approved by the Ministry of Energy on May 15, 2026, which aimed to cover rising operational costs for water utilities. Regional disparities persist: in Almaty, prices rose 18%, while in rural areas the increase was limited to 12% due to subsidies.
Consumer Impact
Households in major cities face the highest burden, with monthly water bills averaging 3,500 tenge in Almaty and 3,200 tenge in Nur-Sultan. The price rise adds to inflationary pressures, as the overall consumer price index increased by 6.8% year-on-year in June. Low-income families, who spend about 5% of their income on water, are disproportionately affected, according to the Ministry of Labor.
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