Manisa Population 2026
Manisa has a population of 243,971, making it the #54 biggest city in 🇹🇷 Türkiye, located in Manisa. Roughly 0.3% of Türkiye's population lives here. It is about 64× smaller than Istanbul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
243,971
Rank in Türkiye
#54
Coordinates
38.61°N, 27.43°E
~77 m elevation · Europe/Istanbul
Distance to capital (Ankara)
489 km
304 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Manisa
Cities near Manisa
FAQ
What is the population of Manisa?
Manisa has a population of 243,971 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #54 biggest city in Türkiye.
What region is Manisa in?
Manisa is located in Manisa, Türkiye.
Is Manisa the capital of Türkiye?
No, the capital of Türkiye is Ankara, about 489 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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