Turkey GDP Per Capita (2026)
Turkey has a diversified economy positioned between Europe and Asia, with major activity in manufacturing, construction, tourism, agriculture, transport, trade, and financial services. GDP per capita provides an important view of how the country’s overall economic production compares with its population. The measure complements total GDP by showing output on a per-person basis and helps place Turkey’s economic scale into a broader international context. Explore the latest Turkey GDP per capita data, historical movements, growth patterns, and comparisons below.
GDP Per Capita 2026
$19,018
Est. in USD
World Rank
#63
Out of 195 countries
Change vs 2025
+2.2%
+$407
Asia Rank
#15
Out of 49 countries
1. Turkey GDP Per Capita in 2026
Turkey’s GDP per capita reflects economic output generated for each resident across a broad range of industries and services. Manufacturing, tourism, domestic consumption, construction, and international trade all contribute significantly to the economy. Adjusting total GDP for population allows Turkey to be compared more consistently with countries that have different demographic profiles and economic sizes, while also providing additional insight into population-adjusted economic performance.
2. Turkey GDP Per Capita Growth (1980–2026)
3. Turkey GDP Per Capita (Historical Data)
| Year | GDP Per Capita (USD) | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $19,018 | +2.2% |
| 2025 | $18,611 | +17.2% |
| 2024 | $15,883 | +17.5% |
| 2023 | $13,516 | +24.2% |
| 2022 | $10,882 | +10.6% |
| 2021 | $9,836 | +12.3% |
| 2020 | $8,759 | -6.7% |
| 2019 | $9,388 | -5.3% |
| 2018 | $9,917 | -7.8% |
| 2017 | $10,757 | -2.0% |
| 2016 | $10,978 | -1.1% |
| 2015 | $11,100 | -9.2% |
| 2014 | $12,222 | -3.3% |
| 2013 | $12,639 | +7.7% |
| 2012 | $11,738 | +3.3% |
| 2011 | $11,362 | +6.1% |
| 2010 | $10,706 | +17.5% |
| 2009 | $9,108 | -17.9% |
| 2008 | $11,089 | +13.3% |
| 2007 | $9,791 | +22.3% |
| 2006 | $8,008 | +8.1% |
| 2005 | $7,405 | +22.6% |
| 2004 | $6,040 | +27.1% |
| 2003 | $4,751 | +31.4% |
| 2002 | $3,616 | +16.1% |
| 2001 | $3,115 | -26.8% |
| 2000 | $4,257 | +6.1% |
| 1999 | $4,013 | -9.7% |
| 1998 | $4,446 | +4.5% |
| 1997 | $4,254 | +3.0% |
| 1996 | $4,130 | +5.6% |
| 1995 | $3,910 | +28.2% |
| 1994 | $3,049 | -29.0% |
| 1993 | $4,294 | +11.6% |
| 1992 | $3,847 | +3.4% |
| 1991 | $3,719 | -1.2% |
| 1990 | $3,766 | +38.0% |
| 1989 | $2,728 | +16.0% |
| 1988 | $2,351 | +3.2% |
| 1987 | $2,278 | +14.0% |
| 1986 | $1,998 | +8.1% |
| 1985 | $1,849 | +10.0% |
| 1984 | $1,681 | -4.8% |
| 1983 | $1,766 | -6.6% |
| 1982 | $1,891 | -11.2% |
| 1981 | $2,129 | -1.0% |
| 1980 | $2,150 | — |
4. Turkey GDP Per Capita Growth
1-Year Change
+2.2%
(2025 to 2026)
5-Year Change
+93.4%
(2021 to 2026)
10-Year Change
+73.2%
(2016 to 2026)
20-Year Change
+137.5%
(2006 to 2026)
Turkey’s GDP per capita can experience notable fluctuations as inflation, exchange rates, investment, domestic demand, trade conditions, and population trends change. Periods of rapid economic expansion may support higher per-person output, while currency movements can have a significant effect when GDP per capita is expressed in U.S. dollars. Examining the historical series helps show how Turkey’s economic output per resident has evolved through different phases of growth and financial adjustment.
5. Turkey GDP Per Capita vs Asia and World
Turkey
$19,018
Asia Average
$19,139
World Average
$25,179
$0
$12,590
$25,179
USD
Turkey’s GDP per capita is approximately
0.6%
below the
Asia average
and
24.5%
below the world average.
6. Turkey GDP Per Capita Ranking in Asia
| Rank | Country | GDP Per Capita (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| #12 | Bahrain | $29,569 |
| #13 | Oman | $21,645 |
| #14 | Maldives | $19,464 |
| #15 | Turkey | $19,018 |
| #16 | Kazakhstan | $17,503 |
| #17 | Malaysia | $15,085 |
| #18 | China | $14,874 |
7. GDP vs GDP Per Capita in Turkey
Turkey GDP (Nominal)
$1.64 Trillion
(2026)
Turkey GDP Per Capita
$19,018
(2026)
Turkey’s total GDP measures the full value of economic activity generated nationwide, while GDP per capita adjusts that production for the number of residents. Total GDP is useful for assessing the country’s overall economic scale and regional importance, whereas GDP per capita provides a more standardized measure for comparing output per person. Looking at both indicators together gives a broader understanding of Turkey’s economic performance.
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8. Turkey GDP Per Capita Forecast
| Year | GDP Per Capita (USD) | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | $18,805 | -1.1% |
| 2028 | $20,007 | +6.4% |
| 2029 | $21,078 | +5.4% |
| 2030 | $22,025 | +4.5% |
Turkey GDP per capita is projected to reach $22,025 by 2030, representing a 15.8% increase from the 2026 level.
9. Turkey GDP Per Capita: Key Findings
Turkey GDP per capita is estimated at $19,018 in 2026.
It ranks #63 globally and #15 in Asia.
GDP per capita increased by 2.2% compared with 2025.
Over the last 5 years, GDP per capita grew by 93.4%.
Over the last 10 years, GDP per capita grew by 73.2%.
It is approximately 0.6% below the Asia average.
It is approximately 24.5% below the world average.
The forecast reaches $22,025 by 2030, 15.8% above the 2026 level.
10. What Is GDP Per Capita?
GDP per capita is the total economic output of a country divided by its population.
GDP Per Capita
=
GDP
÷
Population
It helps measure the average economic output per person and is widely used to compare economic performance across countries. Higher values generally indicate greater economic output per resident.
11. Methodology and Data Sources
Primary Source:
International Monetary Fund (IMF)
Additional Sources:
World Bank,
United Nations
Population Source:
UN Population Division
Currency:
Current USD (Nominal)
Update Frequency:
Annually
Last Updated:
September 2026
12. Turkey GDP Per Capita FAQs
Turkey GDP per capita is estimated at $19,018 in 2026.
Turkey ranks #63 globally and #15 in Asia by GDP per capita.
Yes. GDP per capita increased by approximately 2.2% compared with 2025.
Turkey GDP per capita was approximately $11,100 in 2015.
Turkey GDP per capita is approximately 0.6% below the Asia average.
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Disclaimer:
All data are estimates based on IMF, World Bank,
United Nations and related economic datasets.
Figures may differ from official national statistics.