Cost of living in Istanbul (Turkey) is 84% cheaper than in Tehran (Iran)

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WARNING!  This comparison is based on only a few data points. At this point it is only a guess. It is based on 1,556 prices entered by 235 different people.
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TOTAL - 84%
warning WARNING!  This comparison is based on only a few data points. At this point it is only a guess. It is based on 1,556 prices entered by 235 different people.
These prices were last updated on February 17, 2025. Exchange rate: 1161.893 IRR / TRY *
For example, to keep the same standard of living that would require ﷼‎ 1,840,000,000 in Tehran you would need to make just about ﷼‎ 296,383,745 (255,087TL) in Istanbul.

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