Key information about Turkey Household Income per Capita

• Turkey Annual Household Income per Capita reached 2,382.158 USD in Dec 2023, compared with the previous value of 1,847.728 USD in Dec 2022.
• Turkey Annual Household Income per Capita data is updated yearly, available from Dec 2007 to Dec 2023, with an averaged value of 3,670.941 USD.
• The data reached an all-time high of 4,134.509 USD in Dec 2013 and a record low of 1,847.728 USD in Dec 2022.
• 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.

In 2023, the average annual disposable income per household in Turkey amounted to nearly ******* 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 ******* thousand Turkish lira.

In Turkey, the average annual income was recorded at higher values in the case of men than women each year from 2008 to 2023. However, the gender pay gap fluctuated over time and has been widening from 2022. In 2023, men earned over ******* Turkish lira on average, whereas women made nearly ****** 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 September 30, 2024), more than doubling 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 2023.  In contrast, illiterate individuals 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.

Turkey Annual Disposable Income Distribution: HH: W Marmara: Qntls: Last data was reported at 45.460 % in 2016. This records an increase from the previous number of 44.220 % for 2015. Turkey Annual Disposable Income Distribution: HH: W Marmara: Qntls: Last data is updated yearly, averaging 43.700 % from Dec 2006 (Median) to 2016, with 11 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 45.460 % in 2016 and a record low of 40.610 % in 2007. Turkey Annual Disposable Income Distribution: HH: W Marmara: Qntls: Last data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Turkish Statistical Institute. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Turkey – Table TR.H033: Annual Household Disposable Income Distribution: by Quintiles.

The Personal Income Tax Rate in Turkey stands at 40 percent. This dataset provides the latest reported value for - Turkey Personal Income Tax Rate - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus 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 2023. Comparatively, illiterate Turks recorded slightly higher than a quarter of that income, totaling about ****** Turkish lira on average.

Net primary income (Net income from abroad) (current US$) in Turkey was reported at --15779000000 USD in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Turkey - Net income from abroad - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

Income share held by highest 20% in Turkey was reported at 50.5 % in 2022, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Turkey - Income share held by highest 20% - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

The income generated by the tourism sector in Turkey roughly doubled in 2021 over the previous year, after having dropped sharply in 2020 due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Overall, the total tourism spending by international travelers and Turkish citizens resident abroad amounted to nearly ** billion U.S. dollars in 2023. Has the Turkish tourism sector recovered after the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic? As a result of travel bans, border closures, and national and international quarantines imposed due to the pandemic, in the spring of 2020, tourism movements came to a halt in Turkey like many other countries. Yet, Turkey demonstrated significant signs of recovery from 2022, with the volume of inbound travelers matching pre-pandemic levels again. In that sense, Turkey ranked fifth among other European countries in terms of international tourist arrival growth in 2023. Welcoming over ** million inbound visitors in 2023, the country’s key sector shows positive signs of recovery. The hotel market trends In line with the developments in the tourism sector, and the increasing number of visitors, the hotel industry in Turkey has been an attractive investment opportunity. Some of the largest hotel chains such as Hilton, Marriott, and Radisson have opened their branches in many provinces of the country. Meanwhile, in 2023, 5-star hotels had the highest occupancy rate in Turkey. In the same year, ** percent of international and local visitors arriving to tourist accommodation preferred to stay in hotels, which indicates that the hotel market is a strong pillar of the Turkish tourism sector

Turkey Annual Disposable Income Distribution: HH: CE Anatolia: Qntls: 4th data was reported at 21.950 % in 2016. This records a decrease from the previous number of 22.900 % for 2015. Turkey Annual Disposable Income Distribution: HH: CE Anatolia: Qntls: 4th data is updated yearly, averaging 22.540 % from Dec 2006 (Median) to 2016, with 11 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 23.000 % in 2013 and a record low of 21.410 % in 2006. Turkey Annual Disposable Income Distribution: HH: CE Anatolia: Qntls: 4th data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Turkish Statistical Institute. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Turkey – Table TR.H033: Annual Household Disposable Income Distribution: by Quintiles.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the median household incomes over the past decade across various racial categories identified by the U.S. Census Bureau in Turkey. It portrays the median household income of the head of household across racial categories (excluding ethnicity) as identified by the Census Bureau. It also showcases the annual income trends, between 2011 and 2021, providing insights into the economic shifts within diverse racial communities.The dataset can be utilized to gain insights into income disparities and variations across racial categories, aiding in data analysis and decision-making..

Key observations

• White: In Turkey, the median household income for the households where the householder is White increased by $11,941(27.06%), between 2011 and 2021. The median household income, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars, was $44,131 in 2011 and $56,072 in 2021.
• Black or African American: In Turkey, the median household income for Black or African American households was $28,875 in 2011(2022 inflation-adjusted dollars). However there is no reported data for 2021, indicating a lack of information for this specific year.
• Refer to the research insights for more key observations on American Indian and Alaska Native, Asian, Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander, Some other race and Two or more races (multiracial) households

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Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2017-2021 5-Year Estimates.

Racial categories include:

• White
• Black or African American
• American Indian and Alaska Native
• Asian
• Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
• Some other race
• Two or more races (multiracial)

Variables / Data Columns

• Race of the head of household: This column presents the self-identified race of the household head, encompassing all relevant racial categories (excluding ethnicity) applicable in Turkey.
• 2010: 2010 median household income
• 2011: 2011 median household income
• 2012: 2012 median household income
• 2013: 2013 median household income
• 2014: 2014 median household income
• 2015: 2015 median household income
• 2016: 2016 median household income
• 2017: 2017 median household income
• 2018: 2018 median household income
• 2019: 2019 median household income
• 2020: 2020 median household income
• 2021: 2021 median household income
• 2022: 2022 median household income
• Please note: 2020 1-Year ACS estimates data was not reported by Census Bureau due to impact on survey collection and analysis during COVID-19, thus for large cities (population 65,000 and above) median household income data is not available.
• Please note: All incomes have been adjusted for inflation and are presented in 2022-inflation-adjusted dollars.

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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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About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the distribution of median household income among distinct age brackets of householders in Turkey. Based on the latest 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates from the American Community Survey, it displays how income varies among householders of different ages in Turkey. It showcases how household incomes typically rise as the head of the household gets older. The dataset can be utilized to gain insights into age-based household income trends and explore the variations in incomes across households.

Key observations: Insights from 2023

In terms of income distribution across age cohorts, in Turkey, where there exist only two delineated age groups, the median household income is $98,750 for householders within the 25 to 44 years age group, compared to $33,750 for the 65 years and over age group.

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.

Age groups classifications include:

• Under 25 years
• 25 to 44 years
• 45 to 64 years
• 65 years and over

Variables / Data Columns

• Age Of The Head Of Household: This column presents the age of the head of household
• Median Household Income: Median household income, in 2023 inflation-adjusted dollars for the specific age group

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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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 1, and 2-person households were found in Turkey. Across the different household sizes in Turkey the mean income is $43,676, and the standard deviation is $44,091. The coefficient of variation (CV) is 100.95%. This high CV indicates high relative variability, suggesting that the incomes vary significantly across different sizes of households.
• In the most recent year, 2021, The smallest household size for which the bureau reported a median household income was 1-person households, with an income of $12,499. It then further increased to $74,853 for 2-person households, the largest household size for which the bureau reported a median household income.

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Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2017-2021 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 2022 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 current income and wealth taxes collected by the general government in Turkey increased on an annual basis from 2009 to 2023. In 2023, the income tax revenue amounted to roughly 1.8 trillion Turkish lira, which was the highest value recorded throughout the shown period.

There was a positive correlation between the higher income and the satisfaction level with household income in Turkey in 2021. Over 61 percent of the households that earned up to 2,667 Turkish lira stated that they were not satisfied with their earnings. However, only half of the households that earned over 7,852 Turkish lira were satisfied with their income level.

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: Income, profits, and capital gains taxes: percent of revenue: The latest value from 2022 is 26.32 percent, a decline from 27.16 percent in 2021. In comparison, the world average is 31.54 percent, based on data from 93 countries. Historically, the average for Turkey from 2008 to 2022 is 24.23 percent. The minimum value, 21.55 percent, was reached in 2013 while the maximum of 27.16 percent was recorded in 2021.

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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About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the the household distribution across 16 income brackets among four distinct age groups in Turkey: Under 25 years, 25-44 years, 45-64 years, and over 65 years. The dataset highlights the variation in household income, offering valuable insights into economic trends and disparities within different age categories, aiding in data analysis and decision-making..

Key observations

• Upon closer examination of the distribution of households among age brackets, it reveals that there are 4(3.96%) households where the householder is under 25 years old, 28(27.72%) households with a householder aged between 25 and 44 years, 39(38.61%) households with a householder aged between 45 and 64 years, and 30(29.70%) households where the householder is over 65 years old.
• The age group of 25 to 44 years exhibits the highest median household income, while the largest number of households falls within the 45 to 64 years bracket. This distribution hints at economic disparities within the city of Turkey, showcasing varying income levels among different age demographics.

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:

• Less than $10,000
• $10,000 to $14,999
• $15,000 to $19,999
• $20,000 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 $59,999
• $60,000 to $74,999
• $75,000 to $99,999
• $100,000 to $124,999
• $125,000 to $149,999
• $150,000 to $199,999
• $200,000 or more

Variables / Data Columns

• Household Income: This column showcases 16 income brackets ranging from Under $10,000 to $200,000+ ( As mentioned above).
• Under 25 years: The count of households led by a head of household under 25 years old with income within a specified income bracket.
• 25 to 44 years: The count of households led by a head of household 25 to 44 years old with income within a specified income bracket.
• 45 to 64 years: The count of households led by a head of household 45 to 64 years old with income within a specified income bracket.
• 65 years and over: The count of households led by a head of household 65 years and over old with income within a specified income bracket.

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/.

Recommended for further research

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