Is Bursa more expensive than Ankara?

Bursa is 0.0% cheaper than Ankara overall. Rent is 36.2% lower, groceries 3.7% cheaper, and restaurants 16.5% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Ankara or Bursa?

Ankara has a purchasing power index of 74.8 while Bursa has 81.2 (NYC = 100). Bursa offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇹🇷 Ankara vs 🇹🇷 Bursa

2026

Bursa is 0.0% cheaper

Category	🇹🇷 Ankara	🇹🇷 Bursa	Difference
Cost of Living	40.0	40.0	0.0%
Rent	14.9	9.5	-36.2%
Groceries	40.8	39.3	-3.7%
Restaurants	41.8	34.9	-16.5%
Purchasing Power	74.8	81.2	+8.6%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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