Living Costs (Updated Averages)

Kilis is considered a budget-friendly city for Erasmus+ incoming students in Türkiye. The figures below provide realistic monthly averages and example daily prices to help you plan your expenses.

Note: Prices may change over time. The amounts below are practical for planning.

 

1) Accommodation (Monthly)

• KYK state dormitory: approx. 1,200 TRY/month
• Studio / 2–3 bedroom apartment rent: typically starting from 5,000 TRY/month
• Private dormitories: vary by room type and services (single/double, meals, cleaning, etc.)

 

2) Utilities & Internet (For rented apartments – Monthly averages)

These costs vary by housing type and usage. Typical averages in Kilis:

• Heating (winter months): 1,000–1,500 TRY/month
  • Heating costs usually apply from November to the end of March.
  • From April to November, heating is typically not needed.
• Water: around 400 TRY/month
• Electricity: around 700–800 TRY/month
• Internet: around 500 TRY/month

Tip: When renting, always ask about the heating system, maintenance fees, and internet infrastructure.

 

3) Food & Daily Spending (Example prices)

University cafeteria

• 1 meal (3-course set menu): 35 TRY

Affordable street/local options

• Chicken wrap (dürüm): 100 TRY
• Lahmacun: 80 TRY
• Soup: 60 TRY

Main dish example

• Kebab portion: 350 TRY

Groceries

• Grocery prices are generally similar to the Türkiye average and can sometimes be slightly cheaper for certain items.

 

4) Sample Monthly Budget Scenarios

A) KYK Dorm + Budget Lifestyle

• Accommodation: KYK (1,200 TRY)
• Food: mostly cafeteria + affordable options
• Transport: low (compact city advantage)
• Social life: controlled

B) Shared Apartment + Balanced Lifestyle

• Rent: shared flat (lower per-person cost)
• Utilities: shared costs reduce expenses
• Food: mixed (home cooking + eating out)
• Social life: more active

C) Private Studio/Apartment + Comfort Lifestyle

• Rent: 5,000 TRY and above
• Utilities + internet: additional
• Food: flexible (home + eating out)
• Social life: flexible

 

5) First-Month Setup Costs

Your first month may be higher due to:

• Deposit (for rentals)
• Initial shopping and basic items
• Setup costs (internet, etc.)