Who Lives in Siberia? The Region's Diverse Ethnic Mosaic

A Multicultural Population Across a Vast Land

Siberia is home to a rich tapestry of ethnic groups. While Russians form the majority, numerous indigenous and minority peoples maintain distinct cultures, languages, and traditions.

Major Ethnic Groups (Approximate Shares)

• Russians: ~75%
• Tatars: ~5%
• Ukrainians: ~4%
• Kazakhs: ~3%
• Buryats: ~1%
• Yakuts (Sakha): ~1%

Indigenous Peoples of the North

Smaller but culturally vital groups include the Evenki, Khanty, Mansi, Nenets, and many others, traditionally practicing reindeer herding, hunting, fishing, and gathering across the taiga and tundra.

This diversity reflects centuries of migration, trade, colonization, and cultural exchange across the Eurasian continent.