Is Istanbul more expensive than Ankara?

Istanbul is 14.3% more expensive than Ankara overall. Rent is 50.3% higher, groceries 7.4% more expensive, and restaurants 16.0% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Ankara or Istanbul?

Ankara has a purchasing power index of 74.8 while Istanbul has 69.3 (NYC = 100). Ankara offers better purchasing power.

Jämförelse av levnadskostnader · 2026

🇹🇷 Ankara vs 🇹🇷 Istanbul

2026

Istanbul är 14.3% dyrare

Kategori	🇹🇷 Ankara	🇹🇷 Istanbul	Skillnad
Levnadskostnader	40.0	45.7	+14.3%
Hyra	14.9	22.4	+50.3%
Livsmedel	40.8	43.8	+7.4%
Restauranger	41.8	48.5	+16.0%
Köpkraft	74.8	69.3	-7.4%

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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