Cost of living in Türkiye in 2025
With the increase in immigration to Turkey in recent years, it has become increasingly important to be aware of the real cost of living in the country. Although Turkey is economically cheaper than many European countries, inflation and changes in the lira exchange rate in 2025 have had a direct impact on daily expenses.
🏠 1. Housing costs in Türkiye
The cost of renting or buying property is the largest contributor to living expenses. In 2025, prices in major cities have increased significantly:
| City | 1 bedroom apartment for rent in the city center | Rent in the suburbs | Purchase per square meter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Istanbul | 25,000 to 45,000 liras | 15,000 to 25,000 liras | 70,000 to 120,000 liras |
| Izmir | 18,000 to 30,000 liras | 12,000 to 20,000 liras | 50,000 to 80,000 liras |
| Ankara | 15,000 to 25,000 liras | 10,000 to 18,000 liras | 40,000 to 65,000 liras |
💡 Note: European areas of Istanbul (such as Beşiktaş and Nişantaşı) are more expensive than Asian areas.
🍞 2. Food and beverage expenses
The cost of food has increased by about 30% compared to 2024. The table below shows the average prices of some items:
| Case | Average price (lira) |
|---|---|
| Bread | 10 |
| Milk (1 liter) | 25 |
| Eggs (10 pieces) | 45 |
| Chicken (1 kg) | 95 |
| Veal (1 kg) | 380 |
| Rice (1 kg) | 60 |
| Coffee in a regular cafe | 80 |
| Meal at an average restaurant | 350 to 500 |
🚌 3. Transportation costs
Public transportation in Türkiye is still relatively affordable:
| Device type | Approximate cost (lira) |
|---|---|
| Metro or bus card (one trip) | 18 |
| Monthly transportation card | 1,000 to 1,300 |
| Taxi (per kilometer) | 25 |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | 45 |
🚗 Driving in Istanbul is more expensive due to traffic and parking fees.
⚡ 4. Bills and Internet costs
| Case | Monthly fee (lira) |
|---|---|
| Electricity, water, gas, garbage for an 80-meter house | 2,500 to 4,500 |
| Home Internet (Fiber 100 Mbps) | 700 to 1,000 |
| Mobile phone (20 GB package) | 600 to 850 |
💼 5. Summarize monthly living expenses
| Type of life | Approximate monthly cost |
|---|---|
| Single life in a medium-sized city | 30,000 to 45,000 liras |
| Small family in Izmir | 55,000 to 75,000 liras |
| Living in Istanbul (Intermediate Level) | 70,000 to 100,000 liras |
✅ Conclusion
In 2025, Turkey will still be a country with manageable costs for living and investing, but inflation and exchange rate fluctuations should be taken into account. For expatriates or Iranians with dollar income, Turkey is still a good option with a good quality of life.
