Türkiye Population
85.9M▲ +0.4M
Dec 2025 · Annual
Türkiye's total population rose to 85.88 million in 2025, up from 85.52 million a year earlier. The reading is the highest on record, surpassing the previous all-time high set in 2024. The series, which began in 1960, has grown from a low of 28.33 million.
| Actual | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Dates | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85.9M | 85.5M | 85.9MDec 2025 | 28.3MDec 1960 | 1960 – 2025 | Annual |
Related indicators
| Indicator | Last | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Last updated | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age Dependency Ratio | 46.2% | 46.5% | 90.4% | 45.5% | Dec 2025 | Annual |
| Working-Age Population | 58.7M | 58.4M | 58.7M | 15.2M | Dec 2025 | Annual |
About this series
Population in Türkiye averaged 71.6M from 1960 until 2025, reaching an all-time high of 85.9M in Dec 2025 and a record low of 28.3M in Dec 1960. The series is reported yearly with history from 1960.
Total population measures the number of residents in Türkiye, covering all nationals and non-nationals. Data are compiled annually and expressed in millions. The series spans from 1960 to the present, offering a long-term perspective on demographic change.
Source & methodology
We use primary economic sources for every country. See our methodology page for how we source and verify this data.
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