Turkmenistan, a Central Asian nation along the Caspian Sea, has experienced steady population growth since 1950. From a small population just over 1.2 million in 1950, it has expanded more than sixfold by 2024. The growth is expected to slow in the coming decades, with stabilization projected around the late 21st century.
Historical Population Growth (1950–2024)
- 1950: 1.27 million
- 1970: 2.20 million
- 1990: 3.76 million
- 2010: 5.56 million
- 2024: 7.49 million
Strong growth was driven by high fertility rates and steady improvements in life expectancy.
Future Population Projections for Turkmenistan (2025–2100)
According to UN projections, Turkmenistan’s population will continue to rise but at a slower pace, eventually plateauing:
- 2030: 8.1 million
- 2050: 9.6 million
- 2075: 10.3 million (peak period)
- 2100: 9.9 million
Key Insights
- Turkmenistan’s population will peak around 10.3 million by the 2070s.
- After peaking, it will slowly decline but remain close to 10 million by 2100.
- The demographic shift will include slower birth rates and an aging population, mirroring trends in other Central Asian states.
- Economic policies and migration patterns may influence the actual trajectory.
FAQ
In 2024, Turkmenistan’s population is approximately 7.5 million.
It is projected to peak in the 2070s at around 10.3 million.
By 2100, the population is expected to decline slightly to 9.9 million.
Growth will slow due to declining fertility rates and a rising share of older adults.
Turkmenistan’s growth is moderate compared to faster-growing Uzbekistan, but steadier than countries like Kazakhstan, which are expected to stabilize sooner.
Source:
United Nations. World Population Prospects 2024.
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