Is Antalya more expensive than Mersin?

Antalya is 12.8% more expensive than Mersin overall. Rent is 38.3% higher, groceries 7.7% more expensive, and restaurants 44.0% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Mersin or Antalya?

Mersin has a purchasing power index of 63.7 while Antalya has 65.2 (NYC = 100). Antalya offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇹🇷 Mersin vs 🇹🇷 Antalya

2026

Antalya is 12.8% more expensive

Category	🇹🇷 Mersin	🇹🇷 Antalya	Difference
Cost of Living	36.6	41.3	+12.8%
Rent	9.4	13.0	+38.3%
Groceries	39.1	42.1	+7.7%
Restaurants	30.7	44.2	+44.0%
Purchasing Power	63.7	65.2	+2.4%

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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