Turkey
Live cost-of-living data across 2 cities in Turkey — average cost index 21/100 (New York = 100), ranging from 21 to 21. Sourced by AI, refreshed regularly.
Cost of living by city in Turkey
Ranked cheapest first. Cost index anchored to New York = 100.
Frequently asked questions
Is Turkey cheap to live in?
Across 2 cities in Turkey, the average cost-of-living index is 21 (New York = 100) — from 21 in Istanbul to 21 in Antalya. It's meaningfully cheaper than the US and Western Europe.
What is the cheapest city in Turkey?
Istanbul is the most affordable city we track in Turkey, with a cost-of-living index of 21 (New York = 100) and a 1-bedroom city-center rent around $1,050/month.
How much does it cost to live in Turkey per month?
A single person can live comfortably in the cheaper cities of Turkey for roughly $420–$588/month. Costs scale up toward Antalya. See the full city-by-city breakdown above.
Compare Istanbul with anywhere
Dig into any Turkey city, or see where your salary stretches furthest worldwide.