Kazakhstan Leads Central Asia with Highest Pensions in the Region

Kazakhstan ranks first in Central Asia for pension payments, offering the highest average pension in the region. According to Kaktus.media, Kazakh citizens receive an average monthly pension of around 89,275 KZT ($175.30), as reported by the region"s statistical agencies, The Caspian Post reports citing foreign media.

Kyrgyzstan holds second place, with an average pension of 9,379 KGS ($108) at the end of 2023. Uzbekistan follows with an average of 1.2 million UZS ($93.40), while Turkmenistan ranks fourth, offering an average of 300 TMT ($85.60). Tajikistan reports the lowest pension payments in the region, where pensioners receive just an average of 370 TJS ($33.80) per month.

Kazakhstan has also announced measures to further support its pensioners. Beginning January 1, 2025, the country will implement an annual indexation of solidarity pensions by 8.5%. Additionally, basic pensions and social benefits will increase by 6.5% annually, a move designed to improve the welfare of retirees.