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Eskişehir vs Istanbul

Turkey vs Turkey · 190 km apart

Eskişehir

Turkey

₺16,078 ($473)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Istanbul

Turkey

₺20,056 ($590)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Eskişehir	Istanbul	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$4.77	$5.85	Eskişehir
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$19.08	$23.40	Eskişehir
Cappuccino	$1.43	$1.76	Eskişehir
Monthly groceries (single person)	$108	$133	Eskişehir
Monthly public transport pass	$17.49	$21.45	Eskişehir
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$46.11	$56.55	Eskişehir
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$13.36	$16.38	Eskişehir
Fitness club membership	$13.36	$16.38	Eskişehir
Cinema ticket	$3.50	$4.29	Eskişehir
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$223	$287	Eskişehir
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$155	$200	Eskişehir
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$465	$600	Eskişehir
Total single-person budget	$473	$590	Eskişehir
Average net salary	$689	$845

Verdict

Eskişehir is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Eskişehir runs about $473 versus $590 in Istanbul — a difference of roughly 25%.

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 Eskişehir · Full cost of living in Istanbul

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eskişehir cheaper than Istanbul?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $473 per month in Eskişehir versus $590 in Istanbul — about 25% less.

How far is Eskişehir from Istanbul?

The straight-line distance between Eskişehir and Istanbul is approximately 190 km (118 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Eskişehir or Istanbul?

The estimated average net salary is $689 in Eskişehir and $845 in Istanbul. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $216 in Eskişehir versus $255 in Istanbul per month.