Izmir, Turkey

In 2023, a single person living in Izmir needs approximately TRY 32,458/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around TRY 64,136/month. Izmir is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Izmir costs approximately TRY 20,680/month in 2023. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around TRY 39,480/month. Rent has changed +6.8% vs 2022.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Izmir are approximately TRY 7,050 in 2023. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Izmir costs TRY 705 in 2023, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Izmir average TRY 2,068 in 2023, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Izmir is located in Turkey (Middle East). With a 1-bed rent of TRY 20,680/month and total single-person expenses around TRY 32,458/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Izmir costs approximately TRY 244 in 2023. Budget around TRY 1,955/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Izmir from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 106.5% over this period (from TRY 19,360 in 2022 to TRY 39,987 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Izmir in 2023, a single person needs approximately TRY 32,458/month. This covers rent (TRY 20,680), groceries (TRY 7,050), transport (TRY 705), utilities (TRY 2,068) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around TRY 64,136/month.