Population
Turkey is higher
Turkey records 85,518,661, about 1.86× the other value.
The biggest differences first
Surface area
Turkey is higher
Turkey records 785,350 km², about 1.81× the other value.
Nominal GDP
Turkey is higher
Turkey records $1.36 trillion, about 4.86× the other value.
What stands out
Proportional bars and relative differences make the headline numbers easier to read.
Population
🇮🇶 Iraq46,042,015
🇹🇷 Turkey85,518,661
Turkey’s population is 86% larger than that of Iraq, a difference of 39,476,646.
Surface area
🇮🇶 Iraq435,050 km²
🇹🇷 Turkey785,350 km²
Turkey’s surface area is 81% larger than that of Iraq, a difference of 350,300 km².
Population density
🇮🇶 Iraq106 /km²
🇹🇷 Turkey109 /km²
Turkey’s population density is 2.9% higher than that of Iraq, a difference of 3.1 /km².
Nominal GDP
🇮🇶 Iraq$279.64 billion · 2024
🇹🇷 Turkey$1.36 trillion · 2024
Turkey’s nominal GDP is 386% larger than that of Iraq, a difference of $1.08 trillion.
GDP per capita
🇮🇶 Iraq$6,074 · 2024
🇹🇷 Turkey$15,893 · 2024
Turkey’s GDP per capita is 162% higher than that of Iraq, a difference of $9,819.
Values use the latest available observations in WorldSumma. Economic reporting years are shown when available and can differ by country.
Full side-by-side comparison
Capital
Baghdad
Ankara
Population
46,042,015
85,518,661
Surface area
435,050 km²
785,350 km²
Population density
106 /km²
109 /km²
Nominal GDP
$279.64 billion · 2024
$1.36 trillion · 2024
GDP per capita
$6,074 · 2024
$15,893 · 2024
Region
Asia
Asia
Subregion
Western Asia
Western Asia
Currency
Iraqi dinar · IQD · د.ع
Turkish lira · TRY · ₺
Nationality
Iraqi
Turkish
Phone code
+964
+90
Internet domain
.iq
.tr
ISO codes
IQ / IRQ
TR / TUR
Time zone
Asia/Baghdad
Europe/Istanbul
Native name
العراق
Türkiye
| Measure | Iraq | Turkey |
|---|---|---|
| Capital | Baghdad | Ankara |
| Population | 46,042,015 | 85,518,661 |
| Surface area | 435,050 km² | 785,350 km² |
| Population density | 106 /km² | 109 /km² |
| Nominal GDP | $279.64 billion · 2024 | $1.36 trillion · 2024 |
| GDP per capita | $6,074 · 2024 | $15,893 · 2024 |
| Region | Asia | Asia |
| Subregion | Western Asia | Western Asia |
| Currency | Iraqi dinar · IQD · د.ع | Turkish lira · TRY · ₺ |
| Nationality | Iraqi | Turkish |
| Phone code | +964 | +90 |
| Internet domain | .iq | .tr |
| ISO codes | IQ / IRQ | TR / TUR |
| Time zone | Asia/Baghdad | Europe/Istanbul |
| Native name | العراق | Türkiye |
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Country overviews
AI-assisted profile prose · methodologyAbout Iraq
Iraq, located in the heart of the Middle East, is a land where ancient civilizations and modern aspirations converge. Known for its pivotal role in shaping human history, the country invites exploration into its rich tapestry of cultures, landscapes, and enduring spirit.
Full Iraq profile →About Turkey
Turkey, officially Türkiye, is a transcontinental nation bridging Europe and Asia across the straits of Istanbul. Heir to the Byzantine and Ottoman empires, it fuses East and West in its cuisine, architecture and identity. From the bazaars of Istanbul to the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia, it is one of the world's most visited countries.
Full Turkey profile →Iraq & Turkey: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Iraq?
The capital of Iraq is Baghdad.
What is the population of Iraq?
Iraq has a recorded population of approximately 46,042,015 people.
How big is Iraq?
Iraq covers an area of about 435,050 km².
What is the population density of Iraq?
Iraq has a population density of roughly 106 /km² (people per square kilometre).
What is the GDP of Iraq?
Iraq has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $279.64 billion as of 2024.
What is the GDP per capita of Iraq?
Iraq has a GDP per capita of approximately $6,074.
What currency is used in Iraq?
Iraq uses the Iraqi dinar (IQD), with the symbol د.ع.
Where is Iraq located?
Iraq is located in Western Asia, Asia.
What is the native name of Iraq?
The native name of Iraq is العراق.
What are people from Iraq called?
People from Iraq are referred to as Iraqi.
What is the phone calling code for Iraq?
The international dialing code for Iraq is +964.
What is the internet domain for Iraq?
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Iraq is .iq.
What time zone is Iraq in?
Iraq uses the Asia/Baghdad time zone.
What is Iraq known for?
Iraq, located in the heart of the Middle East, is a land where ancient civilizations and modern aspirations converge. Known for its pivotal role in shaping human history, the country invites exploration into its rich tapestry of cultures, landscapes, and enduring spirit.
What is the capital of Turkey?
The capital of Turkey is Ankara.
What is the population of Turkey?
Turkey has a recorded population of approximately 85,518,661 people.
How big is Turkey?
Turkey covers an area of about 785,350 km².
What is the population density of Turkey?
Turkey has a population density of roughly 109 /km² (people per square kilometre).
What is the GDP of Turkey?
Turkey has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $1.36 trillion as of 2024.
What is the GDP per capita of Turkey?
Turkey has a GDP per capita of approximately $15,893.
What currency is used in Turkey?
Turkey uses the Turkish lira (TRY), with the symbol ₺.
Where is Turkey located?
Turkey is located in Western Asia, Asia.
What is the native name of Turkey?
The native name of Turkey is Türkiye.
What are people from Turkey called?
People from Turkey are referred to as Turkish.
What is the phone calling code for Turkey?
The international dialing code for Turkey is +90.
What is the internet domain for Turkey?
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Turkey is .tr.
What time zone is Turkey in?
Turkey uses the Europe/Istanbul time zone.
What is Turkey known for?
Turkey, officially Türkiye, is a transcontinental nation bridging Europe and Asia across the straits of Istanbul. Heir to the Byzantine and Ottoman empires, it fuses East and West in its cuisine, architecture and identity. From the bazaars of Istanbul to the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia, it is one of the world's most visited countries.