Turkey vs Turkey · 480 km apart
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Istanbul | Antalya | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $5.85 | $5.13 | Antalya |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $23.40 | $20.52 | Antalya |
| Cappuccino | $1.76 | $1.54 | Antalya |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $133 | $116 | Antalya |
| Monthly public transport pass | $21.45 | $18.81 | Antalya |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $56.55 | $49.59 | Antalya |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $16.38 | $14.36 | Antalya |
| Fitness club membership | $16.38 | $14.36 | Antalya |
| Cinema ticket | $4.29 | $3.76 | Antalya |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $287 | $244 | Antalya |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $200 | $170 | Antalya |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $600 | $509 | Antalya |
| Total single-person budget | $590 | $512 | Antalya |
| Average net salary | $845 | $741 |
Antalya is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Istanbul runs about $590 versus $512 in Antalya — a difference of roughly 13%.
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 Istanbul · Full cost of living in Antalya