Kurdish Population in Turkey 2025
As of 2025, the exact Kurdish population in Turkey is not officially confirmed, as Turkey’s census data does not categorize citizens by ethnicity. However, estimates indicate that Kurds make up around 15–20% of the total population in Turkey.
Key Estimates for 2025:
- Total population of Turkey (2025): ~87–88 million (projected)
- Kurdish population estimate: ~13–18 million
Factors Affecting Kurdish Demographics
Birth Rates: Kurdish-majority regions traditionally have higher birth rates than the Turkish average, but urbanization and migration have slowed this trend.
Migration: Many Kurds have moved to western Turkish cities (Istanbul, Izmir, Ankara) for economic and political reasons.
