Cost of Living in Turkmenistan (2026)

COL Index: 101.6% of U.S. national average · Updated for 2026

Cost of Living Index

101.6%

vs U.S. average (100%)

Relative Cost

Slightly Above

Compared to U.S.

Currency

TMT

Salary Data

10 Jobs

Top 10 highest paying

Top 10 Jobs in Turkmenistan — COL-Adjusted Salaries

Rank	Job Title	Local Salary	COL-Adjusted (TMT)
1	Surgeons / Doctors	11,476–37,538 TMT/mo	11,295–36,946 TMT/mo
2	Judges	9,643–31,560 TMT/mo	9,492–31,063 TMT/mo
3	Lawyers	7,810–25,583 TMT/mo	7,686–25,179 TMT/mo
4	Bank Managers	7,356–24,069 TMT/mo	7,242–23,692 TMT/mo
5	Chief Executive Officers	6,894–22,554 TMT/mo	6,787–22,201 TMT/mo
6	Chief Financial Officers	6,432–21,040 TMT/mo	6,332–20,710 TMT/mo
7	Orthodontists	6,200–20,323 TMT/mo	6,104–20,003 TMT/mo
8	College Professors	5,515–18,012 TMT/mo	5,429–17,728 TMT/mo
9	Pilots	4,599–15,063 TMT/mo	4,526–14,826 TMT/mo
10	Marketing Directors	4,136–13,549 TMT/mo	4,071–13,335 TMT/mo

* COL-adjusted salary is shown in TMT, restated at the purchasing power implied by the cost of living index for Turkmenistan.

Salary vs. Cost of Living by Category in Turkmenistan

Category	Avg. Salary (Local)	COL-Adjusted (TMT)	Purchasing Power
AI & Machine Learning	11,046 TMT	10,871 TMT	-2%
Finance & Accounting	10,919 TMT	10,745 TMT	-2%
Business Administration	12,170 TMT	11,977 TMT	-2%
Advertising	9,250 TMT	9,104 TMT	-2%
Architecture	9,384 TMT	9,237 TMT	-2%
Automotive & Car Industry	9,048 TMT	8,904 TMT	-2%
Aviation	11,142 TMT	10,966 TMT	-2%
Banking	13,086 TMT	12,880 TMT	-2%
Construction	8,954 TMT	8,813 TMT	-2%
Counseling	8,919 TMT	8,778 TMT	-2%
Customer Service	7,172 TMT	7,060 TMT	-2%
Education & Teaching	9,366 TMT	9,219 TMT	-2%
Energy	10,177 TMT	10,017 TMT	-2%
Engineering	8,543 TMT	8,407 TMT	-2%
Manufacturing	9,763 TMT	9,611 TMT	-2%
Fitness & Sports	6,495 TMT	6,391 TMT	-2%
Hospitality	9,288 TMT	9,142 TMT	-2%
Healthcare	24,172 TMT	23,793 TMT	-2%
Human Resources	9,025 TMT	8,883 TMT	-2%
Import & Export	7,012 TMT	6,902 TMT	-2%
Insurance	10,154 TMT	9,993 TMT	-2%
Information Technology	9,197 TMT	9,051 TMT	-2%
Law & Legal Services	14,250 TMT	14,025 TMT	-2%
Marketing	10,010 TMT	9,853 TMT	-2%
Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology	12,895 TMT	12,691 TMT	-2%
Public Relations	8,384 TMT	8,253 TMT	-2%
Procurement	9,260 TMT	9,114 TMT	-2%
Quality Control	8,129 TMT	8,001 TMT	-2%
Real Estate	10,767 TMT	10,598 TMT	-2%
Sales	10,911 TMT	10,738 TMT	-2%
Telecommunications	8,115 TMT	7,987 TMT	-2%

Cost of Living in Turkmenistan — Overview

The cost of living in Turkmenistan is 101.6% of the U.S. national average. This means the cost of living in Turkmenistan is roughly comparable to the U.S. national average.

Purchasing Power in Turkmenistan

A salary with the purchasing power of the U.S. national average works out at approximately 344,488 TMT in Turkmenistan for the same standard of living.

Cost of Living Categories in Turkmenistan

Housing

Housing in countries with a cost index of 101.6% tends to be the largest expense, often consuming 30-40% of income. Rent, utilities, and property costs vary significantly between urban and rural areas.

Food

Groceries and dining out in countries at 101.6% COL can vary widely. Local markets offer lower prices while imported goods cost more. Cooking at home is generally more affordable.

Transportation

Public transit and fuel costs in a 101.6% COL country. Many countries have efficient public transportation systems that reduce the need for personal vehicles.

Healthcare

Healthcare costs and insurance in 101.6% COL countries. Some countries have universal healthcare systems that significantly reduce out-of-pocket expenses.

Education

Education and childcare costs vary greatly with COL index. Public education is often subsidized while international schools charge premium fees.

Utilities

Electricity, water, internet, and other essential services. Weather patterns affect utility usage and costs significantly.

Clothing

Apparel costs in 101.6% COL environments. Imported brands cost more while local clothing is generally affordable.

Entertainment

Leisure activities and entertainment expenses. Costs for cinema, dining, and recreational activities scale with the overall COL index.

Salary Overview — Top 10 Jobs

Monthly salary in TMT · singhyogendra.com.np

Surgeons / Doctors11,476 – 37,53824,507 TMT
Judges9,643 – 31,56020,602 TMT
Lawyers7,810 – 25,58316,697 TMT
Bank Managers7,356 – 24,06915,713 TMT
Chief Executive Officers6,894 – 22,55414,724 TMT
Chief Financial Officers6,432 – 21,04013,736 TMT
Orthodontists6,200 – 20,32313,262 TMT
College Professors5,515 – 18,01211,764 TMT
Pilots4,599 – 15,0639,831 TMT
Marketing Directors4,136 – 13,5498,843 TMT

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Top Paying Jobs in Turkmenistan

See the full list of highest paying careers and salaries in Turkmenistan.

Best Paying Jobs in Turkmenistan

Take-Home Pay in Turkmenistan

Estimate your after-tax salary and see how much you keep after deductions in Turkmenistan.

Take-Home Pay in Turkmenistan

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Turkmenistan?

The cost of living in Turkmenistan is 101.6% of the U.S. national average. This means it is more expensive than living in the average U.S. city.

How is the cost of living in Turkmenistan calculated?

The cost of living index is based on prices for housing, food, transportation, healthcare, and other goods and services compared to the U.S. national average of 100.

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Turkmenistan?

Salaries in Turkmenistan should be adjusted by the cost of living index to keep the same purchasing power. A salary equivalent to the U.S. national average corresponds to roughly 344,488 TMT in Turkmenistan.