Gebze, Turkey

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)

$987

Retiree Score

70.0

Safety Index

58.8

Healthcare

13 facilities

This working-class district of 411,800 people is an industrial hub, hosting over 130,000 jobs across 10 massive industrial parks. The sheer scale of the workforce and factories here means bureaucracy is a persistent headache. Situated 65 km southeast of Istanbul on the Gulf of Izmit, Gebze offers convenient access to the Osman Gazi Bridge and Marmaray rail line, but the urban sprawl and constant hum of industry make this a no-frills city best suited for those seeking employment opportunities over creature comforts.

Can I afford Gebze?

Total Monthly Household Income (After Tax):

Lifestyle: comfortable

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You could save

$2079 / month

Savings Rate69%

Rent $338

Living Costs $582

Safety

Healthcare

100

Walkability

Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L)$1

Bread (loaf)—

Eggs (12)$2

Rice (1kg)$2

Chicken (1kg)—

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive)$9

Meal (Mid-range)$90

Cappuccino$3

Water (0.33L)$0

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo)$45

Mobile Plan (mo)$10

Gym (mo)$56

Cinema Ticket$4

Housing

1BR Center (mo)$338

1BR Outside (mo)—

3BR Center (mo)$564

3BR Outside (mo)—

Expat Life

English Proficiency

—

Expat Community

—

Top Neighborhoods

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Elevation

191m

Nearest Airport

LTFJ (15km)

Local Economy

Avg Monthly Salary

$983

Mortgage Interest Rate

43%

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet

—

Temperature

—

Annual Rainfall

1004 mm

Coworking Spaces

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Best Months to Visit

May, Jun, Oct