Ankara, Turkey

In 2026, a single person living in Ankara needs approximately TRY 68,996/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around TRY 134,811/month. Ankara is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Ankara costs approximately TRY 45,440/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around TRY 85,427/month. Rent has changed +28% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Ankara are approximately TRY 14,177 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Ankara costs TRY 1,418 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Ankara average TRY 4,180 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Ankara is located in Turkey (Middle East). With a 1-bed rent of TRY 45,440/month and total single-person expenses around TRY 68,996/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Ankara costs approximately TRY 473 in 2026. Budget around TRY 3,781/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Ankara from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 106.5% over this period (from TRY 22,000 in 2022 to TRY 45,440 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Ankara in 2026, a single person needs approximately TRY 68,996/month. This covers rent (TRY 45,440), groceries (TRY 14,177), transport (TRY 1,418), utilities (TRY 4,180) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around TRY 134,811/month.