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Kadikoy (Kadıköy), Turkey

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$1,707
Retiree Score
95.0
Safety Index
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Healthcare
267 facilities

At 25 km2 and with a population of 467,919 (2023), Kadıköy is a bustling commercial hub on Istanbul's Asian side. Despite ranking 1st on Turkey's Human Development Index, the district's crowded streets and heavy bureaucracy can be a persistent headache for residents. Kadıköy's lively cultural scene, with its numerous bars, cinemas, and bookshops, makes it a magnet for Istanbul's liberal elite, though the working-class ambiance and lack of high-end nightlife may disappoint those seeking a more glamorous lifestyle.

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Kadikoy (Kadıköy)

You could save

1,293/mo

Savings Rate43%

Monthly Costs

Rent $1,061
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$646

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
43/100
Retiree Score
(i)
95/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
48/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Turkey Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
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Safety
267
Healthcare
100
Walkability
100
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) *$10
Meal (Mid-range) $79
Cappuccino $3
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $63
Mobile Plan (mo) $10
Gym (mo) *$45
Cinema Ticket $7

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $848
1BR Outside (mo) *$336
3BR Center (mo) $1,377
3BR Outside (mo) *$538

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
medium
Expat Community
medium
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🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

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

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Kadikoy (Kadıköy) has a population of approximately 482,713 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $2,651 per month in Kadikoy (Kadıköy), including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $1061/month.

The nearest airport to Kadikoy (Kadıköy) is ISL, approximately 18km away.

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