Turkmenistan · Asia
How many people die in Turkmenistan every day?
In Turkmenistan, about 104 people die every day, roughly one death every 14 minutes. That is about 38,000 deaths a year, less than 0.1% of everyone who dies worldwide and the 117th highest total of 194 countries. Life expectancy is 68.1 years and the leading cause of death is cardiovascular disease. See every death on earth as it happens on the live death counter.
Deaths per day
104
Deaths per year
38,000
Life expectancy
68.1 years
Population
6,516,100
Death rate
5.8 per 1,000
Top cause of death
Cardiovascular disease
Compared to the World Average
Life expectancy
Turkmenistan
68.1
World avg
72.8
-4.7 yrs
Death rate (per 1,000)
Turkmenistan
5.8
World avg
7.7
Deaths in Turkmenistan by time period
| Per hour | 4.3 |
| Per day | 104 |
| Per week | 729 |
| Per month | 3,167 |
| Per year | 38,000 |
What people die of in Turkmenistan
According to the World Health Organization’s Global Health Estimates, the single biggest cause of death in Turkmenistan in 2023 was heart disease (ischaemic), which accounted for 28.4% of all deaths, about 36 a day. It was followed by stroke and cirrhosis of the liver.
Deaths from cirrhosis of the liver have more than doubled since 2000, from about 1,317 to 3,520 a year. Deaths from pneumonia and other lower respiratory infections have fallen by 20% since 2000, from about 2,027 to 1,621 a year.
WHO counts single causes, so heart disease and stroke appear as separate rows. Grouped together as cardiovascular disease, the category in the summary above, they are the largest killer.
| # | Cause | Deaths (2023) | Per day | Share | Since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Heart disease (ischaemic) | 12,962 | 36 | 28.4% | +24% |
| 2 | Stroke | 6,383 | 17 | 14% | +100% |
| 3 | Cirrhosis of the liver | 3,520 | 9.6 | 7.7% | +167% |
| 4 | Preterm birth complications | 1,623 | 4.4 | 3.6% | 0% |
| 5 | Pneumonia and other lower respiratory infections | 1,621 | 4.4 | 3.6% | -20% |
| 6 | Diabetes | 1,079 | 3.0 | 2.4% | +146% |
| 7 | Cardiomyopathy, myocarditis, endocarditis | 979 | 2.7 | 2.1% | -1% |
| 8 | Kidney diseases | 928 | 2.5 | 2% | +67% |
| 9 | Birth asphyxia and birth trauma | 865 | 2.4 | 1.9% | +7% |
| 10 | Congenital anomalies | 826 | 2.3 | 1.8% | -8% |
Deaths in Turkmenistan since 2000
WHO estimates that about 45,565 people died in Turkmenistan in 2023, 34% more than in 2000. Totals rise as populations grow and age, even when health improves. WHO’s modelled estimates can differ from the headline figures above, which come from a different source.
| 2000 | 34,058 deaths |
| 2010 | 36,891 deaths |
| 2019 | 42,860 deaths |
| 2023 | 45,565 deaths |
Life expectancy in Turkmenistan since 1950
A baby born in Turkmenistan in 1950 could expect to live about 48.1 years. By 2023 that had risen to 70.1, a gain of 22.0 years. See how this compares worldwide on our life expectancy by country page.
| 1950 | 48.1 years |
| 1980 | 60.2 years |
| 2000 | 64.9 years |
| 2010 | 68.6 years |
| 2019 | 69.4 years |
| 2023 | 70.1 years |
Turkmenistan compared with similar countries in Asia
Among the 43 countries in Asia on this site, Turkmenistan ranks 36th for life expectancy. Here is how it compares with the countries closest to it in population.
| Country | Deaths per day | Life expectancy | Top cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turkmenistan | 104 | 68.1 | Cardiovascular disease |
| Kyrgyzstan | 104 | 71.5 | Cardiovascular disease |
| Singapore | 66 | 83.5 | Cancer |
| Laos | 132 | 68.1 | Cardiovascular disease |
| Lebanon | 93 | 74.9 | Cardiovascular disease |
| Oman | 33 | 78.2 | Cardiovascular disease |
Sources: WHO Global Health Estimates 2023 (deaths by cause and totals); UN World Population Prospects via Our World in Data (life expectancy). Figures are modelled estimates and are rounded.
Frequently asked questions
How many people die in Turkmenistan every day?
In Turkmenistan, about 104 people die every day, or roughly one death every 14 minutes. That adds up to about 38,000 deaths a year, less than 0.1% of all deaths worldwide.
What is the leading cause of death in Turkmenistan?
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in Turkmenistan. Heart disease and stroke are the biggest killers in most countries, driven largely by high blood pressure, smoking, diet and inactivity. Counting single causes, WHO's estimates put heart disease (ischaemic) first in 2023, with 28.4% of deaths.
What is the life expectancy in Turkmenistan?
Life expectancy at birth in Turkmenistan is 68.1 years, 4.7 years below the world average of 72.8. That ranks 129th of 194 countries.
Is the death rate in Turkmenistan high?
Turkmenistan records about 5.8 deaths per 1,000 people each year, below the world average of 7.7. Crude death rates are higher in countries with older populations, so a high rate does not always mean poor health care.