Rank #196 by World Population
🇹🇲Turkmenistan
Turkmenistan has a population of 7,364,438, ranking #196 in the world. The capital is Ashgabat. Located in Europe & Central Asia.
World Bank: Upper middle income
7,364,438
Population
#196
World Rank
70.1
Life Expectancy
$6,232
GDP Per Capita
Turkmenistan, #196 by world population
Turkmenistan Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Turkmenistan had a population of 1,643,457 in 1960 and 7,494,498 in 2024, a 4.6× growth over 64 years. The peak was 7,494,498 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.40%.
7,494,498
Population (2024)
1,643,457
Population (1960)
7,494,498
Peak (2024)
2.40%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 1,643,457 |
| 1961 | 1,695,400 |
| 1962 | 1,749,214 |
| 1963 | 1,804,272 |
| 1964 | 1,859,997 |
| 1965 | 1,915,916 |
| 1966 | 1,971,737 |
| 1967 | 2,027,403 |
| 1968 | 2,083,069 |
| 1969 | 2,139,024 |
| 1970 | 2,195,616 |
| 1971 | 2,253,119 |
| 1972 | 2,311,430 |
| 1973 | 2,370,919 |
| 1974 | 2,432,028 |
| 1975 | 2,494,570 |
| 1976 | 2,558,521 |
| 1977 | 2,623,948 |
| 1978 | 2,691,088 |
| 1979 | 2,760,358 |
| 1980 | 2,832,203 |
| 1981 | 2,907,187 |
| 1982 | 2,985,557 |
| 1983 | 3,067,534 |
| 1984 | 3,154,079 |
| 1985 | 3,247,534 |
| 1986 | 3,347,809 |
| 1987 | 3,452,731 |
| 1988 | 3,559,363 |
| 1989 | 3,662,459 |
| 1990 | 3,760,562 |
| 1991 | 3,855,894 |
| 1992 | 3,944,689 |
| 1993 | 4,032,407 |
| 1994 | 4,116,662 |
| 1995 | 4,191,203 |
| 1996 | 4,263,819 |
| 1997 | 4,336,730 |
| 1998 | 4,410,507 |
| 1999 | 4,492,170 |
| 2000 | 4,582,677 |
| 2001 | 4,675,409 |
| 2002 | 4,769,465 |
| 2003 | 4,863,865 |
| 2004 | 4,958,093 |
| 2005 | 5,052,257 |
| 2006 | 5,147,105 |
| 2007 | 5,244,046 |
| 2008 | 5,345,029 |
| 2009 | 5,451,592 |
| 2010 | 5,564,356 |
| 2011 | 5,683,417 |
| 2012 | 5,808,546 |
| 2013 | 5,939,341 |
| 2014 | 6,075,283 |
| 2015 | 6,215,770 |
| 2016 | 6,360,041 |
| 2017 | 6,507,061 |
| 2018 | 6,655,524 |
| 2019 | 6,803,944 |
| 2020 | 6,949,912 |
| 2021 | 7,092,043 |
| 2022 | 7,230,193 |
| 2023 | 7,364,438 |
| 2024 | 7,494,498 |
Demographics
| Population | 7,364,438 |
| Population Growth Rate | 1.84% |
| Urban Population | 47.1% |
| Fertility Rate | 2.69 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 70.1 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 31.3 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$6,232
GDP Per Capita
4.0%
Unemployment Rate
Upper middle income
Income Level
34.1%
Trade (% of GDP)
Health & Education
5.5%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
1.93
Physicians per 1,000
2.7%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
31.3
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
88
Mobile Subs per 100
15.7
People per km2
15,005
Net Migration
Environment
8.8%
Forest Area
Turkmenistan Climate
Turkmenistan has an average annual temperature of 16.7°C (62°F) and receives about 236 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
16.7°C
Avg Temp
236
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 3° / 37° | 26 mm |
| February | 4° / 40° | 31 mm |
| March | 10° / 49° | 39 mm |
| April | 18° / 64° | 34 mm |
| May | 23° / 73° | 29 mm |
| June | 29° / 84° | 7 mm |
| July | 31° / 88° | 4 mm |
| August | 29° / 84° | 2 mm |
| September | 24° / 74° | 4 mm |
| October | 16° / 61° | 14 mm |
| November | 10° / 50° | 22 mm |
| December | 5° / 41° | 24 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Turkmenistan
The most comfortable months to visit Turkmenistan are typically September, May and April, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 38°C high). The coldest is January (near -2°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Turkmenistan in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Turkmenistan has a population of 7,364,438, ranking #196 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 1.84%.
Life expectancy in Turkmenistan is 70.1 years. The infant mortality rate is 31.3 per 1,000 live births.
Turkmenistan's GDP per capita is $6,232. It is classified as a upper middle income country by the World Bank.
47.1% of Turkmenistan's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 15.7 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Turkmenistan is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Turkmenistan are typically September, May and April, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Turkmenistan has an average annual temperature of 16.7°C and about 236 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically July and the coldest is January.
International data from the World Bank Open Data API. Population figures are latest available estimates. GDP per capita in current US dollars.
Turkmenistan is a country in Europe & Central Asia with a population of 7,364,438. The population is expanding fast — roughly 1.8% annually.
GDP per capita is about $6,232 (Upper middle income, by World Bank classification). Life expectancy is 70.1 years, below the global average, with a fertility rate of 2.7 births per woman, and 47.1% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.