Saýat Population 2026
Saýat has a population of 17,762, making it the #30 biggest city in 🇹🇲 Turkmenistan, located in Lebap. Roughly 0.2% of Turkmenistan's population lives here. It is about 58× smaller than Ashgabat, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,762
Rank in Turkmenistan
#30
Coordinates
38.78°N, 63.88°E
~203 m elevation · Asia/Ashgabat
Distance to capital (Ashgabat)
488 km
303 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Lebap
| City | Population | Rank in Turkmenistan |
|---|---|---|
| Türkmenabat | 230,861 | #2 |
| Magdanly | 44,508 | #10 |
| Kerki | 33,242 | #20 |
| Gazojak | 21,021 | #27 |
| Halaç | 20,778 | #28 |
Cities near Saýat
- Türkmenabat230,861 people · ~41 km away
- Seydi17,762 people · ~114 km away
- Halaç20,778 people · ~118 km away
- Kerki33,242 people · ~157 km away
- Bayramaly70,376 people · ~198 km away
- Türkmengala16,696 people · ~203 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Saýat?
Saýat has a population of 17,762 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #30 biggest city in Turkmenistan.
What region is Saýat in?
Saýat is located in Lebap, Turkmenistan.
Is Saýat the capital of Turkmenistan?
No, the capital of Turkmenistan is Ashgabat, about 488 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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