Turkey vs Turkey · 1,100 km apart
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| Expense | Maçka | İzmir | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.05 | $5.13 | Maçka |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $16.20 | $20.52 | Maçka |
| Cappuccino | $1.22 | $1.54 | Maçka |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $91.80 | $116 | Maçka |
| Monthly public transport pass | $14.85 | $18.81 | Maçka |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $39.15 | $49.59 | Maçka |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $11.34 | $14.36 | Maçka |
| Fitness club membership | $11.34 | $14.36 | Maçka |
| Cinema ticket | $2.97 | $3.76 | Maçka |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $181 | $244 | Maçka |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $126 | $170 | Maçka |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $379 | $509 | Maçka |
| Total single-person budget | $396 | $512 | Maçka |
| Average net salary | $585 | $741 |
Maçka is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Maçka runs about $396 versus $512 in İzmir — a difference of roughly 29%.
Salary-adjusted, İzmir leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.