Single · Comfortable · $3,000/mo

AvanosOverall winner

Kashan is approximately 14% less expensive than Avanos based on cost of living including rent. This makes Kashan a more budget-friendly option for expats considering a move.

Kashan has a FIRE Score of 57/100, indicating its suitability for financial independence and early retirement. The city's safety index is 68, which is relatively safe.

Recommended profile: Kashan is well-suited for retirees seeking a balanced lifestyle.

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Iran

Kashan

Do Not Travel
FIRE57

Turkey

Avanos

Increased Caution
FIRE86
Cost
Cost of living index
30.2
-
One person, excluding rent
Best in row. $468/mo
$1,550/mo
Family of four, excluding rent
Best in row. $1,691/mo
$5,600/mo
Total monthly, rent included
$660/mo
Best in row. $587/mo
Monthly savings
$2,340/mo
Best in row. $2,413/mo
Housing
1BR, city centre
Best in row. $280
$320
1BR, outside centre
Best in row. $200
$240
3BR, city centre
$600
Best in row. $520
3BR, outside centre
$450
Best in row. $380
Scores
FIRE score
64/100
Best in row. 71/100
Nomad score
13/100
Best in row. 36/100
Retiree score
-
61/100
Overall score
57/100
Best in row. 86/100
Safety & infrastructure
Safety index
68
Best in row. 72
Internet speed
24 Mbps
Best in row. 45 Mbps
Walkability score
-
-

Estimates from published local prices. N/A means no figure is published for that city.

About these cities

About Avanos

Avanos is a genuinely cheap small-town bet for remote workers who can tolerate limited English and a small expat scene, with 1-bedroom city center rent at $320/mo and internet at $18/mo. The catch is the local economy: an average monthly net salary of $550/mo means most residents cannot afford the $773/mo income required for the Turkey Short-Term Residence Permit, let alone the $3,000/mo for the Turkey Digital Nomad Visa. Retirees and digital nomads should weigh that gap carefully, since a comfortable single lifestyle runs $711/mo before you even factor in the 920 m elevation and harsh continental winters. Come for the low costs and 86/100 expat score, but do not expect to earn local wages and live well.

About Turkey

Best for digital nomads meeting the $3,000/mo income requirement for Turkey’s dedicated visa. COL is 61% lower than NYC with a single monthly budget of $646.20 excluding rent. However, internists and a moderate political stability score pose risks for long-term stays.

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