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Isparta, Turkey
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$740
Retiree Score
78.0
Safety Index
75.4
Healthcare
9 facilities

This city of 247,580 people is not the idyllic retreat it may seem. For starters, Isparta is prone to violent earthquakes, with most of the ancient city destroyed in a 1914 tremor. The climate is chilly and snowy in winter, hot and dry in summer - not exactly a Mediterranean paradise. And while the city has a few historical sites like the Kutlu Bey Mosque, a persistent bureaucratic headache means renovations often stall.

Isparta's economy centers around rosewater production and carpet-making, but its real growth industry is "biblical tourism." That may appeal to a certain type of visitor, but for most, this conservative, earthquake-prone city in the Turkish countryside is likely a pass.

Can I afford Isparta?

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Isparta

You could save

2,260/mo

Savings Rate75%

Monthly Costs

Rent $320
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$420

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
75/100
Retiree Score
(i)
78/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
48/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Turkey Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
75
Safety
9
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) *$7
Meal (Mid-range) $87
Cappuccino $3
Water (0.33L) *$0

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $42
Mobile Plan (mo) $8
Gym (mo) *$17
Cinema Ticket $4

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $256
1BR Outside (mo) *$336
3BR Center (mo) $488
3BR Outside (mo) *$538

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
Limited
Expat Community
Very Few
Top Neighborhoods
Centrum
Best For
none

Expat Life Notes

Known as the City of Roses, it is a safe and conservative city with almost zero foreign infrastructure.

Pros

  • ✓ Safe and quiet
  • ✓ Low cost
  • ✓ Lush greenery

Cons

  • ✗ Conservative local culture
  • ✗ Language barrier
  • ✗ Dull social life

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
—
Temperature
—
Annual Rainfall
777 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 Isparta

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Isparta has a population of approximately 247,580 people.

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

The nearest airport to Isparta is AYT, approximately 99km away.

Isparta is considered relatively safe, with a safety index of 75.4. As with any city abroad, expats should research specific neighborhoods before committing to a location.

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