Türkmenabat Population 2026
Türkmenabat has a population of 230,861, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇹🇲 Turkmenistan, located in Lebap. Roughly 3.0% of Turkmenistan's population lives here. It is about 4.5× smaller than Ashgabat, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
230,861
Rank in Turkmenistan
#2
Coordinates
39.07°N, 63.58°E
~191 m elevation · Asia/Ashgabat
Distance to capital (Ashgabat)
469 km
291 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Lebap
Cities near Türkmenabat
FAQ
What is the population of Türkmenabat?
Türkmenabat has a population of 230,861 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in Turkmenistan.
What region is Türkmenabat in?
Türkmenabat is located in Lebap, Turkmenistan.
Is Türkmenabat the capital of Turkmenistan?
No, the capital of Turkmenistan is Ashgabat, about 469 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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