Cost of Living in Turkey

Cost of Living in Turkey

A breakdown of living costs in different cities of Turkey to help international students plan their budget.

Study in Turkey

Istanbul

Accommodation: 2200 to 4000 TL/month

Transportation: 200 TL for monthly pass

Food: 75-120 TL/meal; 300-500 TL weekly groceries

Entertainment: Varies greatly

Ankara

Accommodation: 2000 to 3000 TL/month

Transportation: 200 TL for monthly pass

Food: 75-100 TL/meal; 300-500 TL weekly groceries

Entertainment: Varies greatly

Kayseri

Accommodation: 1500 to 2500 TL/month

Transportation: 150 TL for monthly pass

Food: 50-80 TL/meal; 250-400 TL weekly groceries

Entertainment: Varies greatly

Sivas

Accommodation: 1200 to 2000 TL/month

Transportation: 120 TL for monthly pass

Food: 50-70 TL/meal; 200-350 TL weekly groceries

Entertainment: Varies greatly

Detailed Comparison Table

CityAccommodationTransportationFoodEntertainment
Istanbul2200 to 4000 TL/month200 TL for monthly pass75-120 TL/meal; 300-500 TL weekly groceriesVaries greatly
Ankara2000 to 3000 TL/month200 TL for monthly pass75-100 TL/meal; 300-500 TL weekly groceriesVaries greatly
Kayseri1500 to 2500 TL/month150 TL for monthly pass50-80 TL/meal; 250-400 TL weekly groceriesVaries greatly
Sivas1200 to 2000 TL/month120 TL for monthly pass50-70 TL/meal; 200-350 TL weekly groceriesVaries greatly
350$
Istanbul
300$
Ankara
250$
Kayseri
200$
Sivas