Bayburt Population 2026
Bayburt has a population of 48,036, making it the #190 biggest city in 🇹🇷 Türkiye, located in Bayburt Province. Roughly 0.1% of Türkiye's population lives here. It is about 327× smaller than Istanbul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
48,036
Rank in Türkiye
#190
Coordinates
40.26°N, 40.22°E
~1,564 m elevation · Europe/Istanbul
Distance to capital (Ankara)
628 km
390 miles, straight line
Cities near Bayburt
FAQ
What is the population of Bayburt?
Bayburt has a population of 48,036 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #190 biggest city in Türkiye.
What region is Bayburt in?
Bayburt is located in Bayburt Province, Türkiye.
Is Bayburt the capital of Türkiye?
No, the capital of Türkiye is Ankara, about 628 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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