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Northern Cyprus (TRNC) population overview
Northern Cyprus is the 52nd most populous of 52 countries and territories in Asia. The United Nations put the population at 390,132 on 1 January 2026; with an annual growth rate of +1% the live estimate on this page rises by roughly 10 people per day.
Over a full year that means about 3,940 births (10.1 per 1,000 people) and 2,926 deaths (7.5 per 1,000), plus net immigration of roughly 2,809 people. The infant mortality rate is 2.5 per 1,000 live births.
UN World Population Prospects data show the population grew from 145,000 in 1975 to 387,000 in 2025 — a change of +166.9%, or +2% per year on average. The population is at its all-time high today.
Demographically, the median age is 25.5 years; life expectancy at birth is 79.9 years.
Northern Cyprus (TRNC) population statistics (2026)
| Population (live, October 2026) | 393,180 |
|---|---|
| UN estimate, 1 Jan 2026 | 390,132 |
| World rank | #180 of 238 |
| Rank in Asia | #52 of 52 |
| Share of world population | 0.005% |
| Annual growth rate | +1% |
| Births per year est. | 3,940 |
| Deaths per year est. | 2,926 |
| Net migration per year est. | +2,809 |
| Birth rate | 10.1 per 1,000 |
| Death rate | 7.5 per 1,000 |
| Infant mortality | 2.5 per 1,000 births |
| Sex ratio | 101.4 males per 100 females |
| Median age | 25.5 years |
| Life expectancy | 79.9 years |
Northern Cyprus (TRNC) population by year
| Year | Population | Change | Annual growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 (live, UN-based) | 393,180 | – | – |
| 2025 | 387,000 | +14,500 | +0.8% |
| 2020 | 372,500 | +46,000 | +2.7% |
| 2015 | 326,500 | +44,000 | +2.9% |
| 2010 | 282,500 | +30,000 | +2.3% |
| 2005 | 252,500 | +38,000 | +3.3% |
| 2000 | 214,500 | +25,000 | +2.5% |
| 1995 | 189,500 | +15,500 | +1.7% |
| 1990 | 174,000 | +11,000 | +1.3% |
| 1985 | 163,000 | +11,000 | +1.4% |
| 1980 | 152,000 | +7,000 | +0.9% |
| 1975 | 145,000 | – | – |
Change and annual growth are measured against the previous row; growth is annualized where rows are five years apart. The live row extrapolates the UN estimate and is not directly comparable with the UN World Population Prospects series.
About Turkish Republic of Cyprus
Detailed indicators
International organizations don't publish detailed statistical series (CO₂, energy, water, economy) for Turkish Republic of Cyprus — this is normal for small territories and a few special cases. The live counters above run on the latest UN-based estimates, and the population history below comes from the UN World Population Prospects.
Population over time
- From 145,000 in 1975 to 393,180 today — up 171.2%.
- The population is at its all-time high right now.
- Average change over the last 50 years of data: +2% per year.
Turkish Republic of Cyprus in the news
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Northern Cyprus in 2026?
As of October 2026, Northern Cyprus has an estimated population of 393,180. The United Nations estimated 390,132 residents on 1 January 2026; the live figure on this page extrapolates that estimate using the +1% annual growth rate.
Is the population of Northern Cyprus growing or shrinking?
It is growing at +1% per year — roughly 10 more people every day. Each year there are about 3,940 births and 2,926 deaths, with net migration of +2,809.
What is the median age in Northern Cyprus?
The median age is 25.5 years, and life expectancy at birth is 79.9 years.
How does Northern Cyprus rank by population?
Northern Cyprus is the 180th most populous of 238 countries and territories worldwide and the 52nd in Asia, with 0.005% of the global population.
How has the population of Northern Cyprus changed over time?
In 1975 the population was 145,000; by 2025 it had grown to 387,000 (+166.9%). The year-by-year table above lists the full UN World Population Prospects series.
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BelizeSources & method: the live population is a linear extrapolation of the UN World Population Prospects estimate for 1 January 2026 using the annual growth rate (+1%); births, deaths and migration counters apply the UN crude rates to the live figure. Historical series, area, GDP and other indicators are from the UN World Population Prospects; the encyclopedic summary is from Wikipedia. Figures are statistical estimates, not census counts. Page generated 2026-10-19. More about our data.