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Side vs Bursa

Turkey vs Turkey · 431 km apart

Side

Turkey

₺13,472 ($396)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Bursa

Turkey

₺17,395 ($512)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Side	Bursa	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$4.05	$5.13	Side
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$16.20	$20.52	Side
Cappuccino	$1.22	$1.54	Side
Monthly groceries (single person)	$91.80	$116	Side
Monthly public transport pass	$14.85	$18.81	Side
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$39.15	$49.59	Side
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$11.34	$14.36	Side
Fitness club membership	$11.34	$14.36	Side
Cinema ticket	$2.97	$3.76	Side
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$181	$244	Side
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$126	$170	Side
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$379	$509	Side
Total single-person budget	$396	$512	Side
Average net salary	$585	$741

Verdict

Side is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Side runs about $396 versus $512 in Bursa — a difference of roughly 29%.

Salary-adjusted, Bursa 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 Side · Full cost of living in Bursa

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Side cheaper than Bursa?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $396 per month in Side versus $512 in Bursa — about 29% less.

How far is Side from Bursa?

The straight-line distance between Side and Bursa is approximately 431 km (268 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Side or Bursa?

The estimated average net salary is $585 in Side and $741 in Bursa. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $189 in Side versus $229 in Bursa per month.