Babaeski Population 2026
Babaeski has a population of 26,724, making it the #281 biggest city in 🇹🇷 Türkiye, located in Kırklareli. It is about 588× smaller than Istanbul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,724
Rank in Türkiye
#281
Coordinates
41.43°N, 27.10°E
~56 m elevation · Europe/Istanbul
Distance to capital (Ankara)
514 km
319 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kırklareli
| City | Population | Rank in Türkiye |
|---|---|---|
| Lüleburgaz | 90,899 | #119 |
| Kırklareli | 58,223 | #163 |
Cities near Babaeski
- Lüleburgaz90,899 people · ~22 km away
- Hayrabolu19,793 people · ~24 km away
- Kırklareli58,223 people · ~36 km away
- Uzunköprü36,470 people · ~39 km away
- Edirne180,002 people · ~53 km away
- Tekirdağ122,287 people · ~61 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Babaeski?
Babaeski has a population of 26,724 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #281 biggest city in Türkiye.
What region is Babaeski in?
Babaeski is located in Kırklareli, Türkiye.
Is Babaeski the capital of Türkiye?
No, the capital of Türkiye is Ankara, about 514 km away.
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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