Yozgat Population 2026
Yozgat has a population of 87,881, making it the #125 biggest city in 🇹🇷 Türkiye, located in Yozgat. Roughly 0.1% of Türkiye's population lives here. It is about 179× smaller than Istanbul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
87,881
Rank in Türkiye
#125
Coordinates
39.82°N, 34.80°E
~1,290 m elevation · Europe/Istanbul
Distance to capital (Ankara)
167 km
104 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Yozgat
| City | Population | Rank in Türkiye |
|---|---|---|
| Sorgun | 62,862 | #158 |
| Yerköy | 35,294 | #232 |
| Akdağmadeni | 23,048 | #316 |
Cities near Yozgat
FAQ
What is the population of Yozgat?
Yozgat has a population of 87,881 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #125 biggest city in Türkiye.
What region is Yozgat in?
Yozgat is located in Yozgat, Türkiye.
Is Yozgat the capital of Türkiye?
No, the capital of Türkiye is Ankara, about 167 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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