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.
What's Next
The Ministry of Energy is set to review water tariffs again in September 2026, with potential further adjustments of up to 8%. It remains unclear whether the government will expand subsidies to mitigate the impact on vulnerable households.
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Drinking water prices in Kazakhstan rise 15% in June
