Magtymguly Population 2026
Magtymguly has a population of 15,386, making it the #34 biggest city in 🇹🇲 Turkmenistan, located in Balkan. Roughly 0.2% of Turkmenistan's population lives here. It is about 67× smaller than Ashgabat, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,386
Rank in Turkmenistan
#34
Coordinates
38.44°N, 56.28°E
~314 m elevation · Asia/Ashgabat
Distance to capital (Ashgabat)
192 km
119 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Balkan
| City | Population | Rank in Turkmenistan |
|---|---|---|
| Türkmenbaşy | 91,745 | #5 |
| Balkanabat | 87,822 | #6 |
| Gyzylarbat | 48,558 | #9 |
| Gumdag | 30,884 | #22 |
| Bereket | 24,500 | #25 |
| Jebel | 15,056 | #35 |
Cities near Magtymguly
FAQ
What is the population of Magtymguly?
Magtymguly has a population of 15,386 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #34 biggest city in Turkmenistan.
What region is Magtymguly in?
Magtymguly is located in Balkan, Turkmenistan.
Is Magtymguly the capital of Turkmenistan?
No, the capital of Turkmenistan is Ashgabat, about 192 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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