In 2024, Aktau faces a moderate level of crime, with rising public concerns particularly directed at corruption and property crimes.
While there is a sense of safety during the day, residents express a heightened fear of crime at night.
Aktau's air quality is a pressing concern, with residents consistently voicing dissatisfaction. Although PM2.5 and PM10 levels are reported as zero, suggesting minimal particulate pollution, overall air quality perceptions are negative.
Continuing urban and industrial activities have contributed to this negative perception despite what official statistics may suggest.
Garbage disposal issues are prominent in Aktau, with considerable public dissatisfaction over waste management systems.
Noise pollution is also a factor, albeit a more manageable concern compared to other environmental issues.
Aktau's green spaces are lacking, impacting the city's livability and residents' satisfaction with their surroundings.
Water quality also suffers, with residents expressing dissatisfaction over both accessibility and the quality of drinking water.