Can you afford to live in Antalya on a local salary with high rental costs?
From messages by 1 participant in 2 sources · Last activity: 31 days ago
From messages by 1 participant in 2 sources · Last activity: 31 days ago
TL;DR
Based on recent reports, relying only on a Turkish salary in Antalya can be difficult because rent and groceries are expensive and rising. Remote income or savings, plus Turkish or English, are strongly advisable.
In addition to rent, groceries are a significant expense in Antalya; prices were reported as high and still increasing. Travelers on a tight budget should compare living costs and residency options in advance, including a student residence permit.
For living in Antalya, it is safer not to base your budget solely on a local salary: reported wages are low relative to long-term rental costs.
A more realistic relocation plan is to have remote income, your own business, or sufficient savings. Turkish or English will be needed for everyday life and work.