In Turkey, the average annual income was recorded at higher values in the case of men than women each year from 2008 to 2025. However, the gender pay gap fluctuated over time and has been widening. In 2024, men earned nearly ******* Turkish lira on average, whereas women made about ******* Turkish lira. That indicated a ** percent pay gap between men and women in the country. Average income varies significantly depending on education level With high inflation leading to soaring prices and a decline in purchasing power within the country, the Minimum Wage Determination Commission, established by the Turkish government, has taken steps to regulate the minimum wage. As of 2024, the minimum wage was adjusted to ****** Turkish lira (*** U.S. dollars as of February 6, 2026), increasing by only ** percent compared to the previous year. Meanwhile, education levels continue to play a crucial role in income disparities in Turkey. Individuals with higher education degrees consistently earned the highest average annual income, reaching nearly ******* Turkish lira in 2025. In contrast, individuals with no degree earned about ******* Turkish lira on average. Labor force participation and economic inactivity The average labor force participation rate in Turkey reached **** percent in 2023, with considerable regional variations. That year, Ardahan recorded the highest rate at **** percent, while Siirt had the lowest at **** percent. At the same time, there were a significant number of Turkish people who were not in the workforce in 2023. Over **** million people did not work that year due to being housewives, and nearly *** million were absent due to disability, old age, or illness.

Key information about Turkey Household Income per Capita

• Turkey Annual Household Income per Capita reached 3,618.851 USD in Dec 2024, compared with the previous value of 2,382.158 USD in Dec 2023.
• Turkey Annual Household Income per Capita data is updated yearly, available from Dec 2007 to Dec 2024, with an averaged value of 0.000 USD.
• In the latest reports, Retail Sales of Turkey grew 11.219 % YoY in Dec 2023.

CEIC calculates Annual Household Income per Capita from annual Household Income, Population and Number of Households and converts it into USD. Turkish Statistical Institute provides Household Income in local currency, Population and Number of Households. The Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey average market exchange rate is used for currency conversions. Household Income covers Household Disposable Income only.

Wages in Turkey increased to 39253 TRY/Month in 2024 from 23789 TRY/Month in 2023. This dataset provides - Turkey Industry Wage Index - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

In Turkey, the average annual income increased year-over-year for people with all levels of education. Each year, individuals with higher education degrees earned the highest average annual income, reaching nearly ******* Turkish lira in 2025. Comparatively, Turks with no degree recorded slightly higher than a quarter of that income, totaling about ********Turkish lira annual average pay.

Average Annual Wages in Turkey increased to 47252.57 USD in 2023 from 35675.55 USD in 2022. This dataset includes a chart with historical data for Turkey Average Annual Wages.

In 2025, the average annual disposable income per household in Turkey amounted to about ********Turkish lira. In the same year, the disposable income of the poorest 20 percent of households stood at ******* Turkish lira, whereas the richest 20 percent had an average income of nearly *** million Turkish lira.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents median income data over a decade or more for males and females categorized by Total, Full-Time Year-Round (FT), and Part-Time (PT) employment in Turkey. It showcases annual income, providing insights into gender-specific income distributions and the disparities between full-time and part-time work. The dataset can be utilized to gain insights into gender-based pay disparity trends and explore the variations in income for male and female individuals.

Key observations: Insights from 2023

Based on our analysis ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates, we present the following observations: - All workers, aged 15 years and older: In Turkey, the median income for all workers aged 15 years and older, regardless of work hours, was $49,583 for males and $24,250 for females.

These income figures highlight a substantial gender-based income gap in Turkey. Women, regardless of work hours, earn 49 cents for each dollar earned by men. This significant gender pay gap, approximately 51%, underscores concerning gender-based income inequality in the city of Turkey.

- Full-time workers, aged 15 years and older: In Turkey, for full-time, year-round workers aged 15 years and older, while the Census reported a median income of $74,063 for males, while data for females was unavailable due to an insufficient number of sample observations.

As there was no available median income data for females, conducting a comprehensive assessment of gender-based pay disparity in Turkey was not feasible.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. All incomes have been adjusting for inflation and are presented in 2023-inflation-adjusted dollars.

Gender classifications include:

• Male
• Female

Employment type classifications include:

• Full-time, year-round: A full-time, year-round worker is a person who worked full time (35 or more hours per week) and 50 or more weeks during the previous calendar year.
• Part-time: A part-time worker is a person who worked less than 35 hours per week during the previous calendar year.

Variables / Data Columns

• Year: This column presents the data year. Expected values are 2010 to 2023
• Male Total Income: Annual median income, for males regardless of work hours
• Male FT Income: Annual median income, for males working full time, year-round
• Male PT Income: Annual median income, for males working part time
• Female Total Income: Annual median income, for females regardless of work hours
• Female FT Income: Annual median income, for females working full time, year-round
• Female PT Income: Annual median income, for females working part time

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

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This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Turkey median household income by race. You can refer the same here

Turkey Annual Income: Avg: PJ: Male (ML) data was reported at 26,438.000 TRY in 2016. This records an increase from the previous number of 22,673.000 TRY for 2015. Turkey Annual Income: Avg: PJ: Male (ML) data is updated yearly, averaging 14,899.460 TRY from Dec 2006 (Median) to 2016, with 11 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 26,438.000 TRY in 2016 and a record low of 9,297.120 TRY in 2006. Turkey Annual Income: Avg: PJ: Male (ML) data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Turkish Statistical Institute. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Turkey – Table TR.H032: Average Annual Primary Job Income: by Employment Type.

The monthly net minimum wage in Turkey increased in 2026, reaching ****** Turkish lira. This equaled approximately *** U.S. dollars based on the exchange rate on February 6, 2026. Labor market dynamics: increasing participation rate The increase in Turkey's monthly net minimum wage aligns with the country's labor force participation rate, which reached almost ** percent in 2024. Furthermore, the country has experienced a notable decrease in the youth unemployment rate, recording one of the lowest figures in the past twenty years. Shifts in sectoral employment Turkey underwent a significant transformation in sectoral employment over the past decade. Both the agricultural and the construction sectors have experienced a decline in employment figures. Meanwhile, the service sector reached a peak level of employment as of 2024. That year, the service sector occupied the highest share of total employment, accounting for nearly ** percent and thus emerging as the largest employer.

Wages in Manufacturing in Turkey increased to 1025.10 points in the fourth quarter of 2025 from 1015.80 points in the third quarter of 2025. This dataset provides the latest reported value for - Turkey Gross Wages in Manufacturing Index - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus and news.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the detailed breakdown of the count of individuals within distinct income brackets, categorizing them by gender (men and women) and employment type - full-time (FT) and part-time (PT), offering valuable insights into the diverse income landscapes within Turkey. The dataset can be utilized to gain insights into gender-based income distribution within the Turkey population, aiding in data analysis and decision-making..

Key observations

• Employment patterns: Within Turkey, among individuals aged 15 years and older with income, there were 75 men and 87 women in the workforce. Among them, 45 men were engaged in full-time, year-round employment, while 36 women were in full-time, year-round roles.
• Annual income under $24,999: Of the male population working full-time, 13.33% fell within the income range of under $24,999, while 13.89% of the female population working full-time was represented in the same income bracket.
• Annual income above $100,000: 20% of men in full-time roles earned incomes exceeding $100,000, while none of women in full-time positions earned within this income bracket.
• Refer to the research insights for more key observations on more income brackets ( Annual income under $24,999, Annual income between $25,000 and $49,999, Annual income between $50,000 and $74,999, Annual income between $75,000 and $99,999 and Annual income above $100,000) and employment types (full-time year-round and part-time)

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Income brackets:

• $1 to $2,499 or loss
• $2,500 to $4,999
• $5,000 to $7,499
• $7,500 to $9,999
• $10,000 to $12,499
• $12,500 to $14,999
• $15,000 to $17,499
• $17,500 to $19,999
• $20,000 to $22,499
• $22,500 to $24,999
• $25,000 to $29,999
• $30,000 to $34,999
• $35,000 to $39,999
• $40,000 to $44,999
• $45,000 to $49,999
• $50,000 to $54,999
• $55,000 to $64,999
• $65,000 to $74,999
• $75,000 to $99,999
• $100,000 or more

Variables / Data Columns

• Income Bracket: This column showcases 20 income brackets ranging from $1 to $100,000+..
• Full-Time Males: The count of males employed full-time year-round and earning within a specified income bracket
• Part-Time Males: The count of males employed part-time and earning within a specified income bracket
• Full-Time Females: The count of females employed full-time year-round and earning within a specified income bracket
• Part-Time Females: The count of females employed part-time and earning within a specified income bracket

Employment type classifications include:

• Full-time, year-round: A full-time, year-round worker is a person who worked full time (35 or more hours per week) and 50 or more weeks during the previous calendar year.
• Part-time: A part-time worker is a person who worked less than 35 hours per week during the previous calendar year.

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

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This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Turkey median household income by race. You can refer the same here

Turkey Annual Disposable Income: Avg: HH: Quintiles: 1st data was reported at 14,537.200 TRY in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 12,957.290 TRY for 2016. Turkey Annual Disposable Income: Avg: HH: Quintiles: 1st data is updated yearly, averaging 8,233.050 TRY from Dec 2006 (Median) to 2017, with 12 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 14,537.200 TRY in 2017 and a record low of 4,345.000 TRY in 2006. Turkey Annual Disposable Income: Avg: HH: Quintiles: 1st data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Turkish Statistical Institute. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Turkey – Table TR.H031: Average Annual Household Disposable Income.

Turkey: Bank cost to income ratio, in percent: The latest value from 2021 is 39.46 percent, a decline from 40.71 percent in 2020. In comparison, the world average is 54.80 percent, based on data from 133 countries. Historically, the average for Turkey from 2000 to 2021 is 47.35 percent. The minimum value, 37.12 percent, was reached in 2009 while the maximum of 78.16 percent was recorded in 2002.

Gross Average Monthly Wages in Turkey decreased to 202.40 USD at Current Exchange Rates in 2024 from 1361.90 USD at Current Exchange Rates in 2023. This dataset includes a chart with historical data for Turkey Gross Average Monthly Wages.

The average monthly wages of permanent agricultural workers in Turkey followed an upward trend from 2010 to 2023. The figures peaked at over **** thousand Turkish liras in 2023. However, there was a clear discrepancy between the amount earned by female workers compared to male workers.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents median household incomes for various household sizes in Turkey, TX, as reported by the U.S. Census Bureau. The dataset highlights the variation in median household income with the size of the family unit, offering valuable insights into economic trends and disparities within different household sizes, aiding in data analysis and decision-making.

Key observations

• Of the 7 household sizes (1 person to 7-or-more person households) reported by the census bureau, only 2-person households were found in Turkey. The coefficient of variation (CV) is 53.31%. This high CV indicates high relative variability, suggesting that the incomes vary significantly across different sizes of households.
• In the most recent year, 2023, The smallest household size for which the bureau reported a median household income was 2-person households, with an income of $77,750. Additionally, the Census Bureau did not report a median household income for larger household sizes.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Household Sizes:

• 1-person households
• 2-person households
• 3-person households
• 4-person households
• 5-person households
• 6-person households
• 7-or-more-person households

Variables / Data Columns

• Household Size: This column showcases 7 household sizes ranging from 1-person households to 7-or-more-person households (As mentioned above).
• Median Household Income: Median household income, in 2023 inflation-adjusted dollars for the specific household size.

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

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This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Turkey median household income. You can refer the same here

The Gross Domestic Product per capita in Turkey was last recorded at 15147.84 US dollars in 2024. The GDP per Capita in Turkey is equivalent to 120 percent of the world's average. This dataset provides the latest reported value for - Turkey GDP per capita - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus and news.

Turkey Tourism Income: Average Expense per Capita: Citizens data was reported at 733.984 USD/Person in Sep 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 717.375 USD/Person for Aug 2018. Turkey Tourism Income: Average Expense per Capita: Citizens data is updated monthly, averaging 1,078.000 USD/Person from Jan 2001 (Median) to Sep 2018, with 213 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1,748.000 USD/Person in Jun 2001 and a record low of 510.000 USD/Person in Dec 2001. Turkey Tourism Income: Average Expense per Capita: Citizens data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Turkish Statistical Institute. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Turkey – Table TR.Q020: Tourism Income and Expenditure.

Minimum wage, average salary, and median income data for Turkey.

Turkey Annual Income: Avg: PJ: FL: Elementary Occupations data was reported at 13,030.000 TRY in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 10,121.000 TRY for 2016. Turkey Annual Income: Avg: PJ: FL: Elementary Occupations data is updated yearly, averaging 8,006.740 TRY from Dec 2012 (Median) to 2017, with 6 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 13,030.000 TRY in 2017 and a record low of 6,061.800 TRY in 2012. Turkey Annual Income: Avg: PJ: FL: Elementary Occupations data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Turkish Statistical Institute. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Turkey – Table TR.H032: Average Annual Primary Job Income: by Employment Type.