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Duzce, Turkey
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$760
Retiree Score
99.0
Safety Index
72.8
Healthcare
21 facilities

The population of Duzce is a mere 240,633, a far cry from the bright lights of Istanbul. While the city boasts a strategic location between the capital and Turkey's largest city, the reality is a persistent bureaucratic headache - Duzce was only recently established as the 81st province in 1999, after all. The climate is also a mixed bag, with chilly, snowy winters and sweltering summers reaching up to 42.4°C.

Overall, Duzce is a functional but unremarkable provincial hub, best suited for those seeking a quieter pace of life outside the urban centers, and willing to navigate the red tape that comes with a newly-minted administrative region.

Can I afford Duzce?

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Duzce

You could save

2,240/mo

Savings Rate75%

Monthly Costs

Rent $320
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$440

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
75/100
Retiree Score
(i)
99/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
48/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Turkey Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
73
Safety
21
Healthcare
100
Walkability
20
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) $1
Bread (loaf) *$1
Eggs (12) $2
Rice (1kg) *$2
Chicken (1kg) *$5

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$5
Meal (Mid-range) $93
Cappuccino $3
Water (0.33L) *$0

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $74
Mobile Plan (mo) $10
Gym (mo) *$23
Cinema Ticket $5

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $256
1BR Outside (mo) *$336
3BR Center (mo) $480
3BR Outside (mo) *$538

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
Limited
Expat Community
None
Top Neighborhoods
Konuralp
Best For
none

Expat Life Notes

An interior university city with zero expat infrastructure.

Pros

  • ✓ Cheap living
  • ✓ Lush nature

Cons

  • ✗ Isolation
  • ✗ No community
  • ✗ Conservative

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
—
Temperature
—
Annual Rainfall
1168 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
May, Jun, Oct

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions about Duzce

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Duzce has a population of approximately 240,633 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $800 per month in Duzce, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $320/month.

The nearest airport to Duzce is AOE, approximately 127km away.

Duzce is considered relatively safe, with a safety index of 72.8. As with any city abroad, expats should research specific neighborhoods before committing to a location.

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