Is Ankara more expensive than Istanbul?

Ankara is 10.3% cheaper than Istanbul overall. Rent is 30.8% lower, groceries 5.1% cheaper, and restaurants 8.1% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Istanbul or Ankara?

Istanbul has a purchasing power index of 60.1 while Ankara has 67.0 (NYC = 100). Ankara offers better purchasing power.

Jämförelse av levnadskostnader · 2026

🇹🇷 Istanbul vs 🇹🇷 Ankara

2026

Ankara är 10.3% billigare

Kategori	🇹🇷 Istanbul	🇹🇷 Ankara	Skillnad
Levnadskostnader	47.6	42.7	-10.3%
Hyra	22.4	15.5	-30.8%
Livsmedel	46.7	44.3	-5.1%
Restauranger	48.0	44.1	-8.1%
Köpkraft	60.1	67.0	+11.5%

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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