Updated Jan 26, 2026
KEY STATS
1.1M
Population
340 km2
Area
173 Mbps
Internet
UTC+04:00
Timezone
ZXT (15km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Baku is the capital and largest city of Azerbaijan, as well as the largest city on the Caspian Sea and in the Caucasus region. Baku is 28 metres (92 ft) below sea level, which makes it the lowest lying national capital in the world and also the largest city in the world below sea level. Baku lies on the southern shore of the Absheron Peninsula, ...
QUICK FACTS
Country
Azerbaijan
Region
Western Asia
Population
1.1M
Timezone
UTC+04:00
Language
Azerbaijani
Status
Capital City
Airport
ZXT
GPS
40.38, 49.89
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Food
1,084 restaurants mapped in Baku
Tech
Solid 173 Mbps internet — reliable for remote work and streaming
Economy
68% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
INFRASTRUCTURE
12,263 total POIs
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
1,084
Cafes
961
Bars
208
Fast Food
194
Shopping
Supermarkets
920
Convenience
1,204
Shopping Malls
94
Healthcare
Hospitals
348
Clinics
414
Pharmacies
373
Education
Schools
711
Universities
139
Libraries
24
Recreation
Parks
907
Playgrounds
73
Sports
194
Cinemas
19
Museums
49
Theatres
32
Transport
Bus Stops
973
Train Stations
55
Fuel Stations
122
Services
Banks
278
ATMs
477
Post Offices
195
Police
149
Fire Stations
31
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
173 Mbps
Download
150 Mbps
Upload
5ms
Latency
138,025
Tests
44,070
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: May - Sep
6°
J
8°
F
12°
M
17°
A
22°
M
26°
J
27°
J
26°
A
22°
S
17°
O
12°
N
8°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 16.7 C Range: 6.4 - 27 C Rain: 366 mm/year Sunshine: 3,051 h/year
CITY SCORES
96.6
Nomad Index
A
Livability
37.5
Culture
76.5
Overall
COST OF LIVING
DIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
32.3
Overall
68% cheaper than NYC
11.0
Rent
89% cheaper than NYC
30.9
Groceries
69% cheaper than NYC
36.4
Restaurants
64% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
ZXT
Zabrat Airport
15 km from center
~27 min ride
FUN FACTS
Baku (US: , UK: ; Azerbaijani: Bakı [bɑˈcɯ] ) is the capital and largest city of Azerbaijan, as well as the largest city on the Caspian Sea and in the Caucasus region.
Baku is 28 metres (92 ft) below sea level, which makes it the lowest lying national capital in the world and also the largest city in the world below sea level.
Baku's urban population was estimated at two million people as of 2009.
Among these are the townships on the islands of the Baku Archipelago, as well as the industrial settlement of Neft Daşları built on oil rigs 60 kilometres (37 miles) away from Baku, in the Caspian Sea.
The Old City, containing the Palace of the Shirvanshahs and the Maiden Tower, was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Baku known for?
Baku is a city in Azerbaijan. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Baku?
Baku has an average download speed of 173 Mbps and upload speed of 150 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Baku?
Baku has an average year-round temperature of approximately 16.7 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Baku?
Baku is served by ZXT (Zabrat Airport), approximately 15 km from the city center.
What is the population of Baku?
The population of Baku is approximately 1.1M.
What infrastructure does Baku have?
Baku has 12,263 mapped points of interest, including 1,084 restaurants, 348 hospitals, 711 schools.
What country is Baku in?
Baku is located in Azerbaijan.
