Should I move to Istanbul?

Istanbul, Turkey has a cost of living 53.1% cheaper than New York City (index: 46.9). It is ranked #363 out of 558 cities globally. Local purchasing power is moderate (index: 65.5 vs NYC = 100). Use our salary comparison calculator to see exactly how your take-home pay would change.

What is the cost of living in Istanbul?

The cost of living in Istanbul is 53.1% cheaper than New York City (index: 46.9). Groceries are 53.5% cheaper than NYC. Restaurants are 52.8% cheaper than NYC. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre costs approximately TRY 31,980 per month. Local purchasing power index is 65.5 (NYC = 100).

🇹🇷 Turkey · #363 of 558 cities · 2026

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53.1% più economico vivere qui che a New York.

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-53.1%

vs NYC

TRY 31,980

Affitto stimato a

65.5

Potere d'Acquisto

Moderate

Potere d'Acquisto

Source: Numbeo · NYC = 100 baseline · Data verified Q1 2026

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I numeri

Dettaglio costi — Istanbul

Indici di costo vs NYC = 100

Costo della Vita

46.9 Affordable

Affitto

22.2 Very affordable

Generi Alimentari

46.5 Affordable

Ristoranti

47.2 Affordable

Potere d'Acquisto

65.5 Moderate

Affitto stimato a Istanbul

1 camera — Centro città TRY 31,980/mo

1 camera — Fuori dal centro TRY 23,985/mo

3 camere — Centro città TRY 55,664/mo

Risparmio fuori dal centro ~25% più economico

Stimato dall'indice degli affitti. I prezzi reali possono variare.

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