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Cost of Living in Ankara

Ankara, Ankara, Turkey · Population 5,803,482

▲ +23% vs Turkey average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)₺19,722 ($580)
Couple, monthly₺35,457 ($1,043)
Family of four, monthly₺46,292 ($1,362)

Estimated Prices in Ankara

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant₺196 ($5.76)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range₺783 ($23.04)per meal
Cappuccino₺58.75 ($1.73)each
Monthly groceries (single person)₺4,439 ($131)per month
Monthly public transport pass₺718 ($21.12)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment₺1,893 ($55.68)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)₺548 ($16.13)per month
Fitness club membership₺548 ($16.13)per month
Cinema ticket₺144 ($4.22)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre₺9,582 ($282)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre₺6,666 ($196)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre₺19,997 ($588)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Ankara is ₺28,288 ($832) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ₺19,722 ($580) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ₺25,638 ($754) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (₺6,666 ($196)) represents about 34% of the total single-person budget.

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Other Major Cities in Turkey

Istanbul

İstanbul · pop. 15,519,267

₺20,056 ($590) / mo

İzmir

İzmir · pop. 4,493,242

₺17,395 ($512) / mo

Bursa

Bursa · pop. 2,901,396

₺17,395 ($512) / mo

Antalya

Antalya · pop. 2,426,356

₺17,395 ($512) / mo

Konya

Konya · pop. 2,232,374

₺17,395 ($512) / mo

Şanlıurfa

Şanlıurfa · pop. 1,985,753

₺17,395 ($512) / mo

Adana

Adana · pop. 1,765,981

₺17,395 ($512) / mo

Diyarbakır

Diyarbakır · pop. 1,732,396

₺17,395 ($512) / mo

Living in Ankara

Ankara is one of the key cities in Turkey. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is ₺19,722 ($580), placing it above the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around ₺6,666 ($196) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to ₺46,292 ($1,362) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately ₺35,457 ($1,043) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Ankara is ₺28,288 ($832). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least ₺25,638 ($754) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ankara expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₺19,722 ($580) per month in Ankara including rent outside the city centre. That is 23% more than the national average for Turkey.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Ankara?
A net salary of around ₺25,638 ($754) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Ankara with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Ankara is ₺28,288 ($832).
How much is rent in Ankara?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated ₺9,582 ($282) per month in the city centre and ₺6,666 ($196) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about ₺19,997 ($588).
Is Ankara cheaper than Turkey on average?
No — Ankara is estimated to be about 23% more expensive than the Turkey average, mainly due to housing demand.
What is the cost of groceries in Ankara?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₺4,439 ($131) in Ankara. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₺196 ($6) and a cappuccino runs around ₺59 ($2).
How do transport costs in Ankara compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Ankara is estimated at ₺718 ($21). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Ankara are estimates based on Turkey national averages adjusted for city size (population 5,803,482). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.