Kerki Population 2026
Kerki has a population of 33,242, making it the #20 biggest city in 🇹🇲 Turkmenistan, located in Lebap. Roughly 0.4% of Turkmenistan's population lives here. It is about 31× smaller than Ashgabat, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
33,242
Rank in Turkmenistan
#20
Coordinates
37.84°N, 65.21°E
~244 m elevation · Asia/Ashgabat
Distance to capital (Ashgabat)
599 km
372 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Lebap
| City | Population | Rank in Turkmenistan |
|---|---|---|
| Türkmenabat | 230,861 | #2 |
| Magdanly | 44,508 | #10 |
| Gazojak | 21,021 | #27 |
| Halaç | 20,778 | #28 |
| Saýat | 17,762 | #30 |
Cities near Kerki
- Halaç20,778 people · ~39 km away
- Magdanly44,508 people · ~73 km away
- Saýat17,762 people · ~157 km away
- Türkmenabat230,861 people · ~198 km away
- Türkmengala16,696 people · ~257 km away
- Yolöten37,705 people · ~258 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kerki?
Kerki has a population of 33,242 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #20 biggest city in Turkmenistan.
What region is Kerki in?
Kerki is located in Lebap, Turkmenistan.
Is Kerki the capital of Turkmenistan?
No, the capital of Turkmenistan is Ashgabat, about 599 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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