Mardin Population 2026
Mardin has a population of 129,864, making it the #83 biggest city in 🇹🇷 Türkiye, located in Mardin. Roughly 0.1% of Türkiye's population lives here. It is about 121× smaller than Istanbul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
129,864
Rank in Türkiye
#83
Coordinates
37.31°N, 40.74°E
~1,056 m elevation · Europe/Istanbul
Distance to capital (Ankara)
744 km
462 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Mardin?
Mardin has a population of 129,864 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #83 biggest city in Türkiye.
What region is Mardin in?
Mardin is located in Mardin, Türkiye.
Is Mardin the capital of Türkiye?
No, the capital of Türkiye is Ankara, about 744 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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