Çanakkale's demographic structure reflects a rich diversity shaped by the interaction of many different cultures throughout history. The strategic location of the city has been an important transit point for various civilizations both in prehistoric times and in modern times. This is one of the factors directly affecting the cultural and ethnic composition of Çanakkale.
The population of Çanakkale province is approximately 540,000. Most of the population is concentrated in the center of Çanakkale and its surrounding districts. The demographic structure of Çanakkale is characterized by a young population. Especially as Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University is home to Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University, there are many young people in the city. This situation keeps the social and cultural dynamics of the city alive and contributes to a dynamic social life in areas with a high youth population.
Çanakkale is also rich in ethnic diversity. The cultural traces of minority communities such as Greeks, Armenians and Jews from the Ottoman Empire can still be seen today. However, most of these communities have migrated throughout history and the majority of the population is currently Turkish. However, in recent years, the ethnic composition of the population has been reshaped and cultural diversity has increased, especially with immigrants from the Balkans and the Middle East.
Most of the people living in Çanakkale work in the agriculture, fishing and tourism sectors. This is an important factor determining the economic structure and social life of the city. Agriculture and fishing are important sources of livelihood, especially for the population living in rural areas, while tourism is more intense in the city center and historical areas. Understanding the demographic structure of Çanakkale becomes even more meaningful when considered within the framework of these social and economic interactions. Çanakkale is a demographically diverse and dynamic city that attracts attention with both its historical heritage from the past and its dynamic structure that has developed in modern times.