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| Expense | Ardahan | Istanbul | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.05 | $5.85 | Ardahan |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $16.20 | $23.40 | Ardahan |
| Cappuccino | $1.22 | $1.76 | Ardahan |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $91.80 | $133 | Ardahan |
| Monthly public transport pass | $14.85 | $21.45 | Ardahan |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $39.15 | $56.55 | Ardahan |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $11.34 | $16.38 | Ardahan |
| Fitness club membership | $11.34 | $16.38 | Ardahan |
| Cinema ticket | $2.97 | $4.29 | Ardahan |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $181 | $287 | Ardahan |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $126 | $200 | Ardahan |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $379 | $600 | Ardahan |
| Total single-person budget | $396 | $590 | Ardahan |
| Average net salary | $585 | $845 |
Ardahan is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Ardahan runs about $396 versus $590 in Istanbul — a difference of roughly 49%.
Salary-adjusted, Istanbul leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.
Full cost of living in Ardahan · Full cost of living in Istanbul