Is Istanbul more expensive than Ankara?

Istanbul is 11.5% more expensive than Ankara overall. Rent is 44.5% higher, groceries 5.4% more expensive, and restaurants 8.8% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Ankara or Istanbul?

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

Jämförelse av levnadskostnader · 2026

🇹🇷 Ankara vs 🇹🇷 Istanbul

2026

Istanbul är 11.5% dyrare

Kategori	🇹🇷 Ankara	🇹🇷 Istanbul	Skillnad
Levnadskostnader	42.7	47.6	+11.5%
Hyra	15.5	22.4	+44.5%
Livsmedel	44.3	46.7	+5.4%
Restauranger	44.1	48.0	+8.8%
Köpkraft	67.0	60.1	-10.3%

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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