Cost Of Living in Turkey 2024
Average monthly spending for singles, couples, students, and families in Turkey
Whether you're living in Turkey or planning to move there, it is very important to know the cost of living and the prices of things. Here we list the average spending for the four main population groups.
Average Monthly Expenditure53,000 TRY
per month$1,7004,100 TRY $130
$17,000 530,000 TRY
Single37,000 TRY
per month$1,20012,000 TRY $390
$7,700 240,000 TRY
Couple61,000 TRY
per month$1,90020,000 TRY $640
$10,000 320,000 TRY
Family81,000 TRY
per month$2,60028,000 TRY $900
$14,000 450,000 TRY
Student24,000 TRY
per month$7509,500 TRY $300
$1,300 43,000 TRY
The figures displayed here are inclusive of everything: housing, travel, groceries, healthcare, etc.
Singles
The average monthly expense for a single person living in Turkey is 37,000 TRY. Expenses can range from 12,000 TRY at the minimum level to 240,000 TRY at the highest end.
Couples
The average monthly spending of couples in Turkey is 61,000 TRY. Expenditure can range from 20,000 TRY to 320,000 TRY per month.
Families
The average cost of living for families in Turkey is 81,000 TRY per month. Families spend anywhere from 28,000 TRY to 450,000 TRY.
Students
The average monthly expenditure for students in Turkey is 24,000 TRY. Students spend from 9,500 TRY to 43,000 TRY per month.
Spending behavior can change drastically from one person to another. It is best to consider the minimum, average, and maximum spending together.
Prices and cost of goods and services in Turkey
Dining, food, and beverages costs
Large bottle of water
Fast food combo meal
Restaurant meal for one
Fine dining meal for one | 350 TRY | 530 TRY | 2,100 TRY |
Soda or Soft Drink
Cappuccino or latte Grocery and market costs
Milk large bottle
Loaf of bread
12 eggs
Fresh whole chicken
Beef 1 kg or 1 lb
Rice 1 kg or 1 lb
Tomato 1 kg or 1 lb
Apples 1 kg or 1 lb Commute, travel, and transportation costs
20 minutes taxi ride
Average car full tank
Average car 1-day rental
Average car price | 130,000 TRY | 260,000 TRY | 350,000 TRY |
Bus ticket one way
Car Service | 350 TRY | 530 TRY | 1,100 TRY |
Utility cost (monthly)
Utility Bill - Individual | 730 TRY | 2,200 TRY | 15,000 TRY |
Utility Bill - Couple | 1,000 TRY | 3,000 TRY | 16,000 TRY |
Utility Bill - Family | 850 TRY | 2,400 TRY | 13,000 TRY |
Internet and cable
Mobile phone charges | 210 TRY | 350 TRY | 1,100 TRY |
Leisure and activities costs
Movie ticket
One month gym membership | 420 TRY | 530 TRY | 1,100 TRY |
Cloths and accessories costs
Pair of jeans or pants
Woman dress | 290 TRY | 400 TRY | 1,300 TRY |
Woman shoes
Men's shoes
Men suit | 260 TRY | 330 TRY | 1,800 TRY |
Regular t-shirt Housing costs / monthly rent
Studio apartment | 4,400 TRY | 6,600 TRY | 18,000 TRY |
1-bedroom apartment | 6,600 TRY | 11,000 TRY | 26,000 TRY |
2-bedroom apartment | 8,800 TRY | 13,000 TRY | 35,000 TRY |
Housing costs / Buying
Studio apartment | 880,000 TRY | 1.3M TRY | 2.6M TRY |
1-bedroom apartment | 1.1M TRY | 1.8M TRY | 6.6M TRY |
2-bedroom apartment | 1.8M TRY | 5.3M TRY | 11M TRY |
| $55,000 | $170,000 | $330,000 |
Furniture Costs
King Size Bed | 5,300 TRY | 6,600 TRY | 8,800 TRY |
Double Bed | 3,500 TRY | 5,300 TRY | 6,600 TRY |
Single Bed | 3,100 TRY | 4,000 TRY | 5,300 TRY |
Living Room | 5,800 TRY | 7,500 TRY | 26,000 TRY |
Dining Table | 2,600 TRY | 3,500 TRY | 6,600 TRY |
Sofa or Couch | 3,500 TRY | 4,800 TRY | 11,000 TRY |
Electronics and House Appliance Costs
TV Set | 3,500 TRY | 5,300 TRY | 11,000 TRY |
Fridge or Freezer | 3,100 TRY | 4,800 TRY | 6,600 TRY |
Washing Machine | 4,000 TRY | 5,800 TRY | 11,000 TRY |
Stove or Cooker | 3,800 TRY | 4,800 TRY | 6,600 TRY |
Mobile Phone | 4,400 TRY | 5,300 TRY | 7,500 TRY |
Laptop or Computer | 4,800 TRY | 5,800 TRY | 11,000 TRY |
Expenditure to Income Ratio in Turkey
One of the most definite ways to determine how affordable a place is measuring the ratio of expenses to salary. A high expense-to-income to ratio indicates a high cost-of-living index while a low expenditure-to-salary ratio means the place is affordable to live in.
Spending to Income Ratio
86%
80% to 95%
( expenditure / income ) x 100
Expense to income distribution levels
| Spending To Income Ratio | % People |
|---|
| < 50% | 4% |
| 50% - 60% | 9% |
| 60% - 70% | 16% |
| 70% - 80% | 25% |
| 80% - 90% | 19% |
| 90% - 100% | 11% |
| 100% - 110% | 6% |
| 110% - 120% | 4% |
| 120% - 130% | 3% |
| 130% - 140% | 2% |
| > 140% | 2% |
Interpretation and Analysis
The average spending-to-salary ratio in Turkey is 86%
This means that on average, people spend around 86% of their income for living.
According to the distribution table, 16% of the population spend approximately 60% to 70% of their income every month.
How can spending be more than income?
A value higher than 100% means that the expenditure of those people is higher than their income. They are spending more than what they earn. This is possible in two scenarios. They are either borrowing from their savings to survive or they are borrowing from other sources (relatives, friends, banks, etc.). More about this in the debt section.
Individual
77%
Spending-Income-Ratio
72%
86%
Couple
82%
Spending-Income-Ratio
76%
90%
Family
90%
Spending-Income-Ratio
84%
100%
How do people spend their money in Turkey?
We asked thousands of people about their spending habits and expenditure breaks. Below are their answers.
The percentage figures in this section are percentages of total spending not income. If you would like to see the percentage of expenses as related to income or salary, see other sections.
Housing Expenditure24%
24% of total expenses on average (13% to 32%)
| LOW | $39 1,200 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $500 16,000 TRY |
| HIGH | $5,000 160,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
People living in Turkey typically spend from 13% to 32% of their total monthly expenditure on housing with 24% being the average. The average spend on housing is 16,000 TRY with expenditure ranging from 1,200 TRY to 160,000 TRY. This cost mainly goes for rent but it also includes other accommodation-related expenses. Housing costs are highest for families and lowest for students as expected.
Utilities, Electricity, Water7%
7% of total expenses on average (4% to 11%)
| LOW | $6.4 200 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $83 2,600 TRY |
| HIGH | $830 26,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
Utility expenditure like electricity, water, and gas in Turkey ranges from 4% to 11% of total expenses with 7% being the average. The average monthly cost of utilities is 2,600 TRY with 200 TRY and 26,000 TRY being the upper and lower limits.
Transport, Fuel, Commute7%
7% of total expenses on average (3% to 11%)
| LOW | $13 410 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $170 5,300 TRY |
| HIGH | $1,700 53,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
Fuel consumption and cost of transport depend heavily on whether you live near your work or school, but roughly speaking you would expect to spend from 410 TRY to 53,000 TRY on commuting with 5,300 TRY being the norm for most people in one month. This means that money spent on transport constitutes about 7% of total spending on average but can go as low as 3% or as high as 11%.
Food and Groceries Cost28%
28% of total expenses on average (20% to 34%)
| LOW | $32 1,000 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $420 13,000 TRY |
| HIGH | $4,200 130,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
The average outlay on groceries in a month in Turkey is 13,000 TRY. The cost of groceries can range between 1,000 TRY to 130,000 TRY. People spend on average about 28% on food and groceries with upper and lower bounds of 20% and 34% respectively.
Healthcare and Medical Services10%
10% of total expenses on average (5% to 13%)
| LOW | $9 280 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $120 3,700 TRY |
| HIGH | $1,200 37,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
People in Turkey allocate 5% to 13% of their total monthly expenditure to healthcare including health insurance and out-of-pocket medical expenses. The average spending is around 10%. The range of medical expenses range from 280 TRY to 37,000 TRY with 3,700 TRY being the norm.
Leisure and Shopping5%
5% of total expenses on average (2% to 9%)
| LOW | $5.1 160 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $67 2,100 TRY |
| HIGH | $670 21,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
This category mostly contains discretionary or non-essential expenses but also some non-discretionary spending like furniture for example. The monthly expenses range from 160 TRY to 21,000 TRY with 2,100 TRY being the average. Speaking of percentages, that equates to 2% to 9% of total expenses with an average of 5% for most residents.
Education and Schooling5%
5% of total expenses on average (3% to 11%)
| LOW | $7.7 240 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $100 3,200 TRY |
| HIGH | $1,000 32,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
Spending on education can vary drastically between different people. While working singles can spend 0% on education, families and students' expenditure can reach up to 22%. On average, education constitutes 5% of the monthly expenditure with 3% and 11% being the lower and upper bounds respectively. The average reported education cost is 3,200 TRY per month with 240 TRY being the minimum spent amount and 32,000 TRY being the maximum.
Other Expenses14%
14% of total expenses on average (9% to 21%)
| LOW | $17 530 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $220 6,900 TRY |
| HIGH | $2,200 69,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
How much money can you save in Turkey every month?
We asked thousands of people what percentage of their income can they save in a month. Below are the answers.
What percentage of people in Turkey manage to save money from their income every month?
Almost 53% of the surveyed people in Turkey said that they can save some money at the end of each month while 47% said that aren't saving anything.
Percentage of people saving money by population group in Turkey
| Group | Savers | Non Savers |
|---|
| Singles | 57% | 43% |
| Couples | 52% | 48% |
| Families | 47% | 53% |
Savings-to-Income Ratio
The savings-to-income ratio is measured as the percentage of income that people save over a specific period and it is simply calculated by dividing the saved money by total income and then multiplying the result by 100. (Savings / Income) x 100.
Saving to Income Ratio
Average Monthly Saved Amount
1,200 TRY
$38 | 15,000 TRY
$490 | 150,000 TRY
$4,900 |
For most people, 10% to 30% of their monthly income is what they can allocate to their savings, with 17% being the average. The amount of money that people can save is approximately 15,000 TRY on average with savings ranging from 1,200 TRY to 150,000 TRY.
57% of surveyed singles reported some of their income going to savings while 52% of couples said the same. 47% of families confirmed their ability to save money.
How much money do people actually save in Turkey?
The amount of money that people can afford to save depends hugely on their income. It is better to focus on the percentage when trying to understand saving patterns.
Singles
Saving to Income Ratio
Average Monthly Saved Amount
3,600 TRY
$110 | 11,000 TRY
$340 | 71,000 TRY
$2,300 |
Savings to income distribution levels for singles
| Saving To Income Ratio | % Singles |
|---|
| 0% - 10% | 31% |
| 10% - 20% | 24% |
| 20% - 30% | 16% |
| 30% - 40% | 14% |
| 40% - 50% | 11% |
| > 50% | 4% |
Interpretation and Analysis
Singles who can afford to save reported that they allocate from 13% to 32% of their monthly income to savings, with 21% being the average for most singles. The average amount of money that singles are able to save is 11,000 TRY with 3,600 TRY and 71,000 TRY being the minimum and maximum respectively.
Couples
Saving to Income Ratio
Average Monthly Saved Amount
5,900 TRY
$190 | 18,000 TRY
$560 | 95,000 TRY
$3,000 |
Savings to income distribution levels for couples
| Saving To Income Ratio | % Couples |
|---|
| 0% - 10% | 35% |
| 10% - 20% | 26% |
| 20% - 30% | 19% |
| 30% - 40% | 9% |
| 40% - 50% | 8% |
| > 50% | 3% |
Interpretation and Analysis
Couples who confirmed their ability to save reported saving equivalent to 11% to 31% of their monthly income, with 19% being the average for most couples. The average amount of money that couples can save is 18,000 TRY with 5,900 TRY and 95,000 TRY being the minimum and maximum respectively.
Families
Saving to Income Ratio
Average Monthly Saved Amount
8,300 TRY
$260 | 24,000 TRY
$750 | 130,000 TRY
$4,100 |
Savings to income distribution levels for families
| Saving To Income Ratio | % Families |
|---|
| 0% - 10% | 38% |
| 10% - 20% | 29% |
| 20% - 30% | 20% |
| 30% - 40% | 6% |
| 40% - 50% | 5% |
| > 50% | 2% |
Interpretation and Analysis
Families in Turkey can save anywhere between 9% to 28% of their monthly income, with 16% being the average for most families. The average amount of money that families can put aside is 24,000 TRY with 8,300 TRY and 130,000 TRY being the minimum and maximum respectively.
A typical and healthy budgeting structure
The 50/30/20 rule
Spending among different people can vary significantly based on factors such as their income, lifestyle,
location, and personal preferences. A commonly used guideline for budgeting is the 50/30/20 rule,
which suggests allocating your income into three main categories in the following percentages.
50% for needs and financial obligations
This category includes essential expenses like housing, utilities, groceries, transportation, and healthcare.
30% for wants and discretionary spending
This category covers discretionary spending on non-essential items, such as dining out, entertainment, travel, and other lifestyle choices.
20% for savings and emergency fund
This is the percentage that must be allocated to savings, emergency funds, and retirement accounts.
About financial planning, money management, and household budgeting
The 50/30/20 rule is used as a general guideline but may not be the best choice for all people. There are in fact many budgeting plans out there like the 70/20/10 and the 60/20/20 rules, all claiming to be the best. More important than all of this is to establish financial discipline by creating a budget tailored to your specific financial goals and situation. It is very important that your financial outflow be less than your income to maintain a healthy cash flow.
Affordable living in Turkey
Income and cost of living compatibility
We asked residents one simple question and recorded their answers.
Is it affordable or economical to live in Turkey?
Around 46% of surveyed residents think that living in Turkey is affordable with proper budgeting while 54% reported that it is just too expensive and not affordable even with frugality and thriftness.
Low-cost alternatives in Turkey
People are always looking for ways to cut down expenses and reduce expenditures. The hallmark of any affordable place is the availability of discount stores, bargain deals, smart or secondhand shopping, refurbished items, and couponing. We asked residents how easily cost-cutting is and the answers were distributed as follows:
Plenty of low-cost options54%
Few low-cost options46%
Based on the survey, 54% of the people living in Turkey have no problem finding low-cost alternatives to support a frugal lifestyle while 46% think that thriftness is difficult due to scarcity in discount markets and secondhand outlets.
Emergency Funds
An emergency fund is a financial safety net comprised of easily accessible savings set aside to cover unexpected expenses or financial emergencies, typically amounting to three to six months' worth of living expenses. We asked residents of Turkey whether they have an emergency fund and the answers were as follows.
Yes44%
No56%
Based on the survey, 56% of the people living in Turkey said that they don't have an emergency fund while 44% said that they do.
Financial Literacy in Turkey
Financial literacy is the knowledge of concepts and principles related to personal finance that allow individuals to make informed decisions regarding their money such as budgeting, saving, investing, borrowing, managing debt, financial risk management, and planning.
Financial Leteracy41%
We asked residents of Turkey whether they acquired any adequate personal financial training in their lives. Approximately 59% of the people who participated in the survey said that they are not well informed about the topics of budgeting, saving, etc., and just manage things based on their own experience, while 41% said that they know about the general principles of personal finance from sources other than their own experience.
Difficulty in Budgeting and Financial Planning
We wanted to understand whether residents of Turkey have problems or difficulties in managing their expenditures and savings so asked the people one simple question: do you struggle with your personal finances? 55% of the participants reported that they indeed struggle in creating budgets and in organizing their finances while 45% said that they have everything under control.
Struggles with finance55%
Easily manages finances45%
Financial goals of people in Turkey
In an attempt to understand the economic situation in Turkey, we asked participants about their financial targets. By knowing what the population in general is trying to achieve, we can shed light on the economic outlook, cost of living, and quality of life in general.
| Financial Goal | % People |
|---|
| Emergency Fund | 8% |
| Debt Reduction | 41% |
| Retirement Savings | 10% |
| Education Funding | 7% |
| Homeownership | 18% |
| Investing | 7% |
| Travel or Lifestyle | 7% |
| Healthcare Expenses | 13% |
| Financial Independence | 5% |
Around 8% of those who participated in the survey said that their main goal is to establish an emergency fund to cover unexpected expenses while 41% said their number one priority is to pay off high-interest debt or loans and improve credit. 10% of surveyed people confirmed that saving for retirement to ensure a comfortable lifestyle in the final years is their main target. Around 7% reported that their priority is saving for the tuition fees and education costs of their children while 18% choose to buy a home or pay off existing mortgage before other things. 7% of the population would like to build wealth through investments such as stocks, bonds, mutual funds, or real estate. For 7% of people, saving for vacations or upgrading their lifestyle is the number one concern. Approximately 13% of the residents said that saving for healthcare expenses including insurance premiums is their main goal.
Saving Challenges in Turkey
Reasons that make it difficult for people to save money
We wanted to understand what is stopping people from maximizing their savings in Turkey. Listed below are the answers given by the survey participants.
| Reason | % People |
|---|
| Low Income | 5% |
| High Expenses | 8% |
| Debt and Loans | 14% |
| Lack of Budgeting Skills | 11% |
| Impulsive Spending | 11% |
| Financial Emergencies | 7% |
| Living the moment | 6% |
| Will do it later | 20% |
| Inflation | 13% |
| Social Pressure | 3% |
| Market Instability | 2% |
Around 5% of the people said that their salary is too low to accommodate a portion for savings while 8% said that the high cost of living leaves little room for savings. 14% of the residents said that they are burdened with debt and find it challenging to save money. 11% reported that they just don't have the knowledge or discipline to create and stick to a budget, leading to overspending and an inability to save. 11% blamed impulsive spending as the reason for saving inability. Around 7% said that unexpected expenses like medical bills or car repairs are derailing their savings goals. 6% bluntly said that they don't see the purpose of it and prefer to live each day to the fullest. 20% reported that they understand the value of saving but are putting off saving for the future, thinking they have plenty of time to start later. 13% blamed inflation, saying that every time they save some money they end up using it immediately. A surprising 3% said that social pressure and keeping up with peers or societal expectations makes them overspend. Lastly, 2% blamed market instability and price fluctuations.
Typical saving choices for people in Turkey
Where do people choose to put their savings?
| Saving Type | % People |
|---|
| Emergency Funds | 12% |
| Gold | 12% |
| Savings Accounts | 17% |
| Retirement Accounts | 10% |
| Cash Savings | 20% |
| Real Estate | 9% |
| Investment | 5% |
| Stocks | 4% |
| Bonds | 5% |
| Mutual Funds | 2% |
| Certificates of Deposit | 3% |
Retirement, pension plans, and life after work in Turkey
What does the retirement lifestyle look like in Turkey and how much retirement savings are required?
Retirement age
The retirement age for most employees in Turkey is 65 years. Specific retirement ages can vary based on factors like occupation, gender, years of contribution, and location. It is not entirely unlikely for people to retire either before or after this age.
Retirement planning and savings
There are many retirement saving options, some are personally initiated and others are government-sponsered. Regardless of the source of savings, the minimum amount of money that needs to be put aside to ensure a peaceful and comfortable retirement at each age can be found in the table below. This data is largely approximated and can vary drastically based on individual needs and situations. Treat these figures as a general guideline.
The typical saved amount of money you should have at every age as multiples of monthly salary:| Age | Amount |
|---|
| 25 | 5x monthly salary at age 25 |
| 30 | 10x monthly salary at age 30 |
| 35 | 15x monthly salary at age 35 |
| 40 | 25x monthly salary at age 40 |
| 45 | 32x monthly salary at age 45 |
| 50 | 48x monthly salary at age 50 |
| 55 | 56x monthly salary at age 55 |
| 60 | 64x monthly salary at age 60 |
| 65 | 78x monthly salary at age 65 |
The typical average saved amount of money you should have at every age in Turkey:| Age | Amount |
|---|
| 25 | 140,000 TRY |
| 30 | 270,000 TRY |
| 35 | 480,000 TRY |
| 40 | 680,000 TRY |
| 45 | 1M TRY |
| 50 | 1.4M TRY |
| 55 | 1.7M TRY |
| 60 | 2.1M TRY |
| 65 | 2.5M TRY |
Retirement Income Distribution
We asked residents of Turkey about their retirement income sources and below are the results.
| Source | % People |
|---|
| Pensions | 12% |
| Savings | 23% |
| Investments | 12% |
| Social Security | 7% |
| Annuities | 7% |
| Part-time Job | 14% |
| Real Estate | 18% |
| Dividends and Interest | 7% |
Retirement Monthly Expenses in Turkey 9,000 TRY
$290 | 27,000 TRY
$860 | 180,000 TRY
$5,700 |
Debt, loans, and mortgages in Turkey
Percentage of people who are in debt
According to the survey, 31% of the people in Turkey have some kind of debt, loan, mortgage, or credit card payments while 69% reported that they don't have financial obligations to banks.
Debt-to-income ratio in Turkey
Debt to income ratio
31%
23% to 40%
( monthly debt payment / monthly income ) x 100
Interpretation
The debt-to-income ratio measures the percentage of income being paid as debt settlement across the population. It is calculated by dividing the monthly debt settlement payment of an individual by their monthly income. Based on collected data, approximately 31% of the people's monthly income in Turkey goes to debt settlement.
Debt levelsMonthly debt settlement payment as percentage of monthly income
| Debt-to-income ratio | % People |
|---|
| > 60% | 3% |
| 50% - 60% | 17% |
| 40% - 50% | 14% |
| 30% - 40% | 16% |
| 20% - 30% | 11% |
| 10% - 20% | 13% |
| 0% - 10% | 26% |
According to our data, 3% of the debtors in Turkey pay 60%+ of their income as debt settlement while 17% of the people pay 50% to 60% of their income for the same, which is quite an alarming financial situation for those individuals. 14% of people in debt dedicate 40% to 50% of their income to loan and mortgage payments while 16% dedicated 30% to 40% of income for same. Things are looking brighter for 11% of individuals as they only pay 20% to 30% of their income for loan and credit card repayment.
Distribution by type of debt in Turkey
| Debt | % People |
|---|
| Real Estate Mortgage | 9% |
| Auto Loan | 16% |
| Student Loan | 4% |
| Credit Card | 29% |
| Personal Loan | 42% |
9% of debtors in Turkey confirm that real estate mortgages constitutes the main part of their outstanding debt while 29% say that credit card payments are the reason they are in debt. Auto loans were the main type of debt for 16% of people and personal loans rose at 42%. Lastly, student loans are the main source of debt for 4% of debtors in Turkey.
About credit score and debt managementManaging debt is a critical aspect of maintaining a favorable credit score. Debt reduction is the first thing you should do improve your financial situation. Getting rid of debt takes precedence over saving money because of interest rates.
Good debt vs. Bad debt
Not all debt is bad. Good debt typically refers to borrowing money for investments that can increase in value or generate income over time like purchasing a home or acquiring student loans. On the other hand, bad debt involves borrowing for things that fail to generate lasting value like high-interest credit card debt used for non-essential expenses like luxury items or vacations.
Loan Affordability Index in Turkey
Besides measuring the loan-to-income ratio, we asked residents of Turkey how many times in a year they defaulted or were unable to pay their due credit card or loan payments on time. Understanding how often people default on their due payments is one of the indicators of the cost of living and economic situation.
Frequency and percentage of people who failed to pay their monthly credit card or loan payments on time last year.
| Frequency | % People |
|---|
| Never | 51% |
| Once a year | 24% |
| Twice a year | 12% |
| Three times a year | 9% |
| Four times a year | 4% |
Housing costs, accommodation, and housing affordability in Turkey
Rental costs and house/apartment prices can vary drastically between different areas and locations.
Rent Cost in Turkey
Monthly Rent Prices
Studio apartment | 4,400 TRY | 6,600 TRY | 18,000 TRY |
1-bedroom apartment | 6,600 TRY | 11,000 TRY | 26,000 TRY |
2-bedroom apartment | 8,800 TRY | 13,000 TRY | 35,000 TRY |
3-bedroom apartment | 11,000 TRY | 18,000 TRY | 48,000 TRY |
Furnished apartment | 21,000 TRY | 53,000 TRY | 110,000 TRY |
Townhouse | 18,000 TRY | 26,000 TRY | 75,000 TRY |
House | 21,000 TRY | 53,000 TRY | 110,000 TRY |
Villa | 26,000 TRY | 66,000 TRY | 110,000 TRY |
The monthly rental cost of a studio apartment in Turkey ranges between 4,400 TRY and 18,000 TRY, meanwhile the cost of monthly rental of a one-bedroom apartment can be anywhere from 6,600 TRY to 26,000 TRY. Two-bedroom rentals rate ranges between 8,800 TRY and 35,000 TRY per month. The monthly rental for a three-bedroom apartment ranges from 11,000 TRY to 48,000 TRY. The average rent of a townhouse in Turkey is around 26,000 TRY while house rental costs can be as high as 53,000 TRY per month. Finally, if you want to rent a villa, expect to pay anywhere from 26,000 TRY to 110,000 TRY per month.
Apartment and house prices in Turkey
Cost of buying a property
Studio apartment | 880,000 TRY | 1.3M TRY | 2.6M TRY |
1-bedroom apartment | 1.1M TRY | 1.8M TRY | 6.6M TRY |
2-bedroom apartment | 1.8M TRY | 5.3M TRY | 11M TRY |
| $55,000 | $170,000 | $330,000 |
3-bedroom apartment | 5.8M TRY | 8.8M TRY | 26M TRY |
| $180,000 | $280,000 | $830,000 |
Townhouse
House
Villa The average price of a studio apartment in Turkey can range from 880,000 TRY to 2.6M TRY depending on location. One bedroom cost can be anywhere from 1.1M TRY to 6.6M TRY. A villa can cost you 58M TRY on average with prices ranging from 11M TRY to 88M TRY.
If you're leasing or purchasing, housing costs in Turkey will probably constitute your biggest expenditure, yet it's an area where you wield considerable influence. This is due to the substantial variance in housing prices across communities. Keep in mind the location of your workplace and the accessibility of essential amenities to prevent negating the savings from lower rental rates with increased transportation expenses.
House / apartment prices to income ratio
Property price to income ratio( average property price / average monthly income ) x 100
| 32 | x91 monthly income | 195 |
Property prices in Turkey can be x91 to x195 multiples of the monthly income depending on the property and the income of the person. On average, property prices are approximately x91 multiples of the average monthly salary in Turkey.
Rent to income ratio
Rent to income ratio( monthly rental / monthly income ) x 100
The average rent-to-income ratio in Turkey is around 29%. This means that people pay 29% of their income for rent. Those figures can range from 19% to 39% depending on the salary, location, and type of property.
The housing-to-income ratio is a very important metric to evaluate and measure how affordable living is in a particular area, city, or country since housing comprises the biggest chunk of expenditure. A higher housing to income ratio means that the place is relatively expensive. The figure by itself does tell much. It only starts to make sense when comparing the housing to income ratio across different locations.
Housing affordability index
The housing affordability index measures how affordable accommodation is in a particular place. This can measured in multiple ways, the most common being housing expenditure to total expenditure ratio and the rent to income ratio. The housing expenditure ratio is a figure reported by individuals on the percentage they allocate for housing. Rent to income ratio is calculated by dividing the average monthly rent by the average income. Because these values are both percentages, we can find their average and get the best of the two worlds.
Housing Affordability Index
27% Property Taxes
Real estate owners pay property taxes to local tax authorities, which are determined by the assessed value of their property. Typically, these taxes are paid once a year. Property tax funds contribute to community development, financing infrastructure improvements, public services, and local education initiatives.
Home Maintenance Costs
Home maintenance costs encompass various expenses associated with the upkeep and repair of a residence. These expenditures include regular tasks such as lawn care, pest control, and HVAC system servicing, as well as occasional repairs and renovations like fixing leaks, painting, or replacing appliances.
| 81 TRY | 1,100 TRY | 11,000 TRY |
Urban vs. rural living costs
Urban living typically entails higher housing and transportation costs due to demand and limited space, while rural areas generally offer lower housing expenses but may have higher prices for goods and services. The differnce in rental rates between urban areas and rural areas can be as high as 300% in some cases.
SingleSpending habits, consumption analysis, and expenditure patterns for a single person living in Turkey
Housing30%
30% of total expenses on average (18% to 42%)
| LOW | $140 4,400 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $420 13,000 TRY |
| HIGH | $2,800 88,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
Utilities, Electricity, Water8%
8% of total expenses on average (4% to 13%)
| LOW | $23 730 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $69 2,200 TRY |
| HIGH | $460 15,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
Transport, Fuel5%
5% of total expenses on average (3% to 11%)
| LOW | $31 970 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $92 2,900 TRY |
| HIGH | $620 19,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
Food and Groceries19%
19% of total expenses on average (13% to 24%)
| LOW | $62 1,900 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $180 5,800 TRY |
| HIGH | $1,200 39,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
Healthcare12%
12% of total expenses on average (6% to 16%)
| LOW | $35 1,100 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $100 3,300 TRY |
| HIGH | $690 22,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
Leisure, Shopping3%
3% of total expenses on average (2% to 6%)
| LOW | $19 610 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $58 1,800 TRY |
| HIGH | $390 12,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
Education1%
1% of total expenses on average (0.00% to 3%)
| LOW | $7.7 240 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $23 730 TRY |
| HIGH | $150 4,900 TRY |
| Per Month |
Other Expenses22%
22% of total expenses on average (14% to 26%)
| LOW | $69 2,200 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $210 6,600 TRY |
| HIGH | $1,400 44,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
CoupleAverage monthly living expenditure breaks and spending patterns for couples in Turkey
Housing27%
27% of total expenses on average (20% to 37%)
| LOW | $210 6,700 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $640 20,000 TRY |
| HIGH | $3,400 110,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
Utilities, Electricity, Water7%
7% of total expenses on average (5% to 11%)
| LOW | $32 1,000 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $96 3,000 TRY |
| HIGH | $510 16,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
Transport, Fuel9%
9% of total expenses on average (3% to 14%)
| LOW | $77 2,400 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $230 7,300 TRY |
| HIGH | $1,200 39,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
Food and Groceries17%
17% of total expenses on average (12% to 22%)
| LOW | $90 2,800 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $270 8,500 TRY |
| HIGH | $1,400 45,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
Healthcare14%
14% of total expenses on average (8% to 18%)
| LOW | $71 2,200 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $210 6,700 TRY |
| HIGH | $1,100 36,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
Leisure, Shopping4%
4% of total expenses on average (1% to 7%)
| LOW | $39 1,200 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $120 3,700 TRY |
| HIGH | $620 19,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
Education1%
1% of total expenses on average (0.00% to 3%)
| LOW | $13 410 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $39 1,200 TRY |
| HIGH | $210 6,500 TRY |
| Per Month |
Other Expenses21%
21% of total expenses on average (15% to 27%)
| LOW | $110 3,500 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $330 10,000 TRY |
| HIGH | $1,700 55,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
FamilyAverage monthly expenses and break out of spending for families living in Turkey
Housing26%
26% of total expenses on average (21% to 36%)
| LOW | $290 9,100 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $820 26,000 TRY |
| HIGH | $4,500 140,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
Transport, Fuel5%
5% of total expenses on average (3% to 7%)
| LOW | $72 2,300 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $210 6,500 TRY |
| HIGH | $1,100 36,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
Food and Groceries21%
21% of total expenses on average (14% to 27%)
| LOW | $160 5,100 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $460 15,000 TRY |
| HIGH | $2,500 80,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
Healthcare11%
11% of total expenses on average (7% to 16%)
| LOW | $72 2,300 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $210 6,500 TRY |
| HIGH | $1,100 36,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
Leisure, Shopping3%
3% of total expenses on average (1% to 7%)
| LOW | $45 1,400 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $130 4,100 TRY |
| HIGH | $710 22,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
Education13%
13% of total expenses on average (6% to 21%)
| LOW | $130 4,000 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $360 11,000 TRY |
| HIGH | $2,000 63,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
Other Expenses16%
16% of total expenses on average (9% to 21%)
| LOW | $110 3,400 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $310 9,700 TRY |
| HIGH | $1,700 54,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
StudentCost of living and expenses break down for students living in Turkey
Housing18%
18% of total expenses on average (13% to 24%)
| LOW | $72 2,300 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $180 5,700 TRY |
| HIGH | $320 10,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
Utilities, Electricity, Water6%
6% of total expenses on average (4% to 10%)
| LOW | $12 380 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $30 950 TRY |
| HIGH | $54 1,700 TRY |
| Per Month |
Transport, Fuel4%
4% of total expenses on average (4% to 10%)
| LOW | $21 660 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $52 1,700 TRY |
| HIGH | $94 3,000 TRY |
| Per Month |
Food and Groceries23%
23% of total expenses on average (17% to 27%)
| LOW | $60 1,900 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $150 4,700 TRY |
| HIGH | $270 8,500 TRY |
| Per Month |
Healthcare9%
9% of total expenses on average (6% to 12%)
| LOW | $18 570 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $45 1,400 TRY |
| HIGH | $81 2,600 TRY |
| Per Month |
Leisure, Shopping3%
3% of total expenses on average (2% to 7%)
| LOW | $15 470 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $37 1,200 TRY |
| HIGH | $67 2,100 TRY |
| Per Month |
Education18%
18% of total expenses on average (11% to 23%)
| LOW | $57 1,800 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $140 4,500 TRY |
| HIGH | $260 8,100 TRY |
| Per Month |
Other Expenses19%
19% of total expenses on average (13% to 25%)
| LOW | $45 1,400 TRY |
| AVERAGE | $110 3,500 TRY |
| HIGH | $200 6,400 TRY |
| Per Month |
