Ankara

🇹🇷Turkey•Eurasia

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living47

Safety52

Healthcare74

Career Opportunities63

Climate80

Transport78

Air Quality66.5

Family Friendliness64.67

Education66

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Ankara a good place to live?

Ankara scores 66/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 47/100), moderately safe (safety: 52/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 74/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Ankara?

Ankara has a cost of living score of 47/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Ankara?

Ankara has a transport score of 78/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Ankara?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Ankara are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Ankara safe for expats?

Ankara has a safety score of 52/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 66.5/100.

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