Kırıkkale Population 2026
Kırıkkale has a population of 186,960, making it the #64 biggest city in 🇹🇷 Türkiye, located in Kırıkkale. Roughly 0.2% of Türkiye's population lives here. It is about 84× smaller than Istanbul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
186,960
Rank in Türkiye
#64
Coordinates
39.85°N, 33.51°E
~731 m elevation · Europe/Istanbul
Distance to capital (Ankara)
56 km
35 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kırıkkale
| City | Population | Rank in Türkiye |
|---|---|---|
| Keskin | 49,679 | #186 |
Cities near Kırıkkale
FAQ
What is the population of Kırıkkale?
Kırıkkale has a population of 186,960 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #64 biggest city in Türkiye.
What region is Kırıkkale in?
Kırıkkale is located in Kırıkkale, Türkiye.
Is Kırıkkale the capital of Türkiye?
No, the capital of Türkiye is Ankara, about 56 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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