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| Expense | Sürmene | Ankara | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.05 | $5.76 | Sürmene |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $16.20 | $23.04 | Sürmene |
| Cappuccino | $1.22 | $1.73 | Sürmene |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $91.80 | $131 | Sürmene |
| Monthly public transport pass | $14.85 | $21.12 | Sürmene |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $39.15 | $55.68 | Sürmene |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $11.34 | $16.13 | Sürmene |
| Fitness club membership | $11.34 | $16.13 | Sürmene |
| Cinema ticket | $2.97 | $4.22 | Sürmene |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $181 | $282 | Sürmene |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $126 | $196 | Sürmene |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $379 | $588 | Sürmene |
| Total single-person budget | $396 | $580 | Sürmene |
| Average net salary | $585 | $832 |
Sürmene is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Sürmene runs about $396 versus $580 in Ankara — a difference of roughly 46%.
Salary-adjusted, Ankara 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 Sürmene · Full cost of living in Ankara