Ankara Population 2026 capital
Ankara has a population of 3,517,182, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇹🇷 Türkiye, located in Ankara. Roughly 4.0% of Türkiye's population lives here. It is about 4.5× smaller than Istanbul, the country's biggest city. Ankara is the capital of Türkiye.
Population (city proper)
3,517,182
Rank in Türkiye
#2
Coordinates
39.92°N, 32.85°E
~850 m elevation · Europe/Istanbul
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FAQ
What is the population of Ankara?
Ankara has a population of 3,517,182 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in Türkiye.
What region is Ankara in?
Ankara is located in Ankara, Türkiye.
Is Ankara the capital of Türkiye?
Yes, Ankara is the capital of Türkiye.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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