What is the Population of Turkey?
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Turkey has a population of approximately 85,664,944 people, making it the 18th most populated country of the 196 countries covered on this site — around 1.07% of the world's population. With a land area of 783,562 km², the population density is roughly 109 people per km².
| Population | 85,664,944 |
|---|---|
| Population rank | 18th of 196 |
| Share of world population | 1.07% |
| Area | 783,562 km² |
| Population density | 109 / km² |
| Demonym | Turkish |
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Population of Turkey — FAQ
What is the population of Turkey?
The population of Turkey is approximately 85,664,944 (85.7 million) based on the latest available data.
What is the population of Turkey in 2026?
As of 2026, the estimated population of Turkey is approximately 85,664,944 people. Turkey is the 18th most populated country in our dataset.
How many people live in Turkey?
Approximately 85,664,944 people live in Turkey, making it the 18th most populated country out of 196 covered on this site.
How does Turkey rank by population?
Turkey is the 18th most populated of the 196 countries covered on this site, with a world population share of 1.07%.
What is the population density of Turkey?
Turkey has a population density of roughly 109 people per km², based on a land area of 783,562 km².
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