Cost of Living in Israel - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Israel
Address: IL

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $1,091 (excluding rent), and $2,278 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $2,826 (excluding rent), and $4,673 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$20.87 ₪65.8

$13.91 ₪43.83

$33.40 ₪105

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$83.0 ₪261

$55.3 ₪174

$138 ₪436

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$16.03 ₪50.5

$14.06 ₪44.30

$18.29 ₪57.6

Cappuccino

$3.97 ₪12.51

$2.78 ₪8.75

$5.55 ₪17.48

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.89 ₪9.11

$2.24 ₪7.04

$3.92 ₪12.34

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.37 ₪7.45

$1.73 ₪5.45

$2.89 ₪9.09

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$8.51 ₪26.81

$4.94 ₪15.57

$10.43 ₪32.86

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$8.21 ₪25.88

$5.47 ₪17.24

$9.59 ₪30.19

Milk (1 liter)

$1.95 ₪6.13

$1.66 ₪5.23

$2.47 ₪7.77

White Bread (500g)

$2.57 ₪8.10

$1.40 ₪4.39

$5.19 ₪16.36

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.80 ₪8.83

$1.92 ₪6.04

$3.56 ₪11.22

Eggs

$4.11 ₪12.94

$3.38 ₪10.65

$5.12 ₪16.12

Local Cheese (1kg)

$15.15 ₪47.72

$8.09 ₪25.50

$27.90 ₪87.9

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$10.90 ₪34.34

$7.75 ₪24.41

$13.83 ₪43.56

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$20.12 ₪63.4

$12.81 ₪40.34

$29.04 ₪91.5

Apples (1kg)

$3.42 ₪10.77

$2.24 ₪7.04

$4.48 ₪14.12

Banana (1kg)

$2.32 ₪7.29

$1.58 ₪4.98

$4.30 ₪13.56

Oranges (1kg)

$1.97 ₪6.21

$1.14 ₪3.58

$3.12 ₪9.82

Tomato (1kg)

$2.33 ₪7.35

$1.14 ₪3.58

$4.25 ₪13.37

Potato (1kg)

$1.53 ₪4.81

$0.82 ₪2.59

$2.20 ₪6.94

Onion (1kg)

$1.57 ₪4.94

$0.82 ₪2.59

$2.21 ₪6.95

Lettuce (1 head)

$2.00 ₪6.31

$1.15 ₪3.64

$2.88 ₪9.08

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.48 ₪4.65

$0.57 ₪1.80

$2.87 ₪9.05

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$10.81 ₪34.06

$9.96 ₪31.39

$12.80 ₪40.33

Wine (Bottle)

$14.41 ₪45.41

$9.61 ₪30.28

$19.22 ₪60.5

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$2.64 ₪8.31

$1.65 ₪5.20

$4.12 ₪12.99

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.32 ₪10.45

$1.71 ₪5.38

$4.27 ₪13.44

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$1.68 ₪5.29

$1.54 ₪4.85

$2.23 ₪7.04

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$66.0 ₪208

$50.3 ₪159

$88.1 ₪277

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$4.83 ₪15.22

$3.41 ₪10.74

$8.52 ₪26.85

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.86 ₪2.71

$0.54 ₪1.71

$1.72 ₪5.41

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$31.06 ₪97.8

$19.59 ₪61.7

$33.75 ₪106

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.99 ₪6.27

$1.90 ₪5.99

$2.12 ₪6.66

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$44.9K ₪141.6K

$39.3K ₪123.9K

$47.8K ₪150.4K

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$44.5K ₪140.2K

$39.9K ₪125.7K

$48.0K ₪151.3K

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$241 ₪760

$150 ₪472

$419 ₪1,320

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$11.41 ₪35.95

$6.99 ₪22.03

$13.99 ₪44.05

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$29.18 ₪91.9

$22.79 ₪71.8

$39.89 ₪126

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$68.5 ₪216

$41.89 ₪132

$98.4 ₪310

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$20.44 ₪64.4

$14.06 ₪44.30

$28.12 ₪88.6

Cinema Ticket

$12.83 ₪40.41

$11.41 ₪35.95

$15.69 ₪49.41

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$1,045 ₪3,292

$842 ₪2,652

$1,403 ₪4,420

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$13.3K ₪42.0K

$5,710 ₪18.0K

$28.6K ₪89.9K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$93.9 ₪296

$48.00 ₪151

$141 ₪445

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$59.5 ₪187

$33.92 ₪107

$84.8 ₪267

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$120 ₪379

$70.5 ₪222

$169 ₪533

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$133 ₪419

$85.6 ₪270

$200 ₪629

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,213 ₪3,821

$852 ₪2,684

$1,988 ₪6,262

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$954 ₪3,006

$694 ₪2,186

$1,388 ₪4,372

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,877 ₪5,911

$1,286 ₪4,051

$3,287 ₪10.4K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,618 ₪5,098

$1,141 ₪3,595

$2,425 ₪7,639

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$9,784 ₪30.8K

$3,878 ₪12.2K

$20.4K ₪64.3K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$7,313 ₪23.0K

$4,668 ₪14.7K

$13.5K ₪42.5K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$3,658 ₪11.5K

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

4.95

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: January 19, 2026

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Rank	City	Population	Living Index	Solo costs (no rent) / month	Solo costs (with rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (no rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (with rent) / month	Mobile download speed (Mbps)	Internet download speed (Mbps)
1	Acre	55974	97	$1,220	$1,975	$3,308	$4,027	235.53	380.33
2	Afula	53958	106	$968	$2,069	$2,272	$3,334	47.83	387.6
3	Arad	25530	113	$1,070	$2,233	$2,355	$4,323	96.23	331.16
4	Ariel	-	98	$1,063	$1,966	$2,685	$3,997	224.69	269.1
5	Ashdod	251837	111	$1,009	$2,238	$3,039	$4,594	248.82	370.33
6	Ashkelon	152439	104	$1,092	$2,076	$2,793	$4,098	113.67	382.51
7	Bat Hefer	-	115	$1,189	$2,334	$2,988	$4,482	484.56	368.96
8	Bat Yam	158565	111	$993	$2,229	$2,599	$4,372	62.85	398.59
9	Beersheba	220126	93	$1,115	$1,835	$2,728	$3,874	42.69	379.5
10	Beit Shean	17587	110	$1,138	$2,236	$2,921	$4,256	252.64	422.73
11	Beit Shemesh	124445	97	$1,007	$1,950	$2,948	$4,216	55.61	307.12
12	Eilat	66618	93	$1,064	$1,890	$2,132	$3,954	245.46	180.83
13	Elad	47033	104	$967	$2,047	$2,565	$4,213	160.01	158.26
14	Givat Shmuel	24659	115	$1,044	$2,263	$2,943	$4,337	52.25	363.47
15	Givatayim	62546	130	$1,239	$2,652	$2,666	$4,916	213.05	388.69
16	Gush Etzion	-	115	$1,174	$2,269	$2,456	$4,399	-	-
17	Hadera	102223	113	$1,014	$2,248	$2,656	$4,427	106.46	379.53
18	Haifa	279591	105	$1,123	$2,102	$2,820	$4,319	258.49	387.09
19	Harish	-	109	$1,122	$2,184	$2,349	$3,863	45.14	418.33
20	Herzliya	106022	115	$1,065	$2,346	$2,786	$5,537	71.36	356.61
21	Hod Hasharon	64120	122	$1,169	$2,391	$2,637	$4,799	9.76	365.19
22	Holon	211032	105	$996	$2,100	$2,552	$4,277	147.32	373.16
23	Jerusalem	882652	126	$1,152	$2,502	$2,858	$4,986	42.92	311.57
24	Karmiel	53736	96	$1,118	$1,910	$2,769	$4,102	37.24	392.34
25	Kefar Sava	-	108	$987	$2,145	$2,277	$4,300	-	-
26	Kfar Saba	109091	112	$1,001	$2,238	$2,603	$4,524	263.83	358.89
27	Kiryat Ata	62821	114	$1,101	$2,278	$2,800	$4,488	121.3	392.66
28	Kiryat Bialik	39294	114	$1,243	$2,286	$3,176	$4,101	21.11	437.34
29	Kiryat Gat	59408	118	$1,206	$2,340	$2,752	$4,449	78.93	376.12
30	Kiryat Motzkin	47675	114	$982	$2,244	$2,707	$4,317	155.3	443.3
31	Kiryat Ono	-	111	$972	$2,197	$2,555	$4,279	166.27	371.34
32	Kiryat Shmona	23076	119	$1,083	$2,345	$2,721	$4,558	359.29	372.33
33	Lod	81202	114	$1,217	$2,308	$2,930	$3,829	164.19	378.19
34	Maale Adumim	-	113	$1,029	$2,256	$2,418	$4,420	-	-
35	Migdal HaEmek	24700	114	$984	$2,244	$2,579	$4,338	15.16	400.67
36	Mitzpe Ramon	5200	118	$1,325	$2,361	$2,532	$4,536	142.02	230.73
37	Modiin	-	135	$1,030	$2,708	$2,853	$4,879	237.38	372.44
38	Nahariyya	65526	100	$954	$1,991	$2,804	$3,867	278.57	407.75
39	Nazareth	81631	113	$940	$2,238	$2,774	$4,004	28.81	336.88
40	Nesher	-	98	$1,189	$1,971	$2,397	$4,011	256.1	367.09
41	Netanya	245454	127	$1,180	$2,564	$2,929	$4,714	209.15	382.93
42	Pardes Hanna-Karkur	-	117	$1,216	$2,313	$2,397	$4,265	177.7	365.92
43	Petah Tikva	236169	111	$1,086	$2,245	$2,692	$4,320	74.98	360.78
44	Raanana	91534	118	$1,025	$2,333	$2,051	$4,858	212.54	359.81
45	Ramat Gan	164764	136	$1,202	$2,701	$3,035	$4,989	54.7	365.64
46	Ramat HaSharon	50786	115	$1,123	$2,306	$2,998	$5,385	475.55	362.36
47	Ramla	80786	115	$1,029	$2,319	$2,490	$4,383	71.64	388.71
48	Rehovot	150349	111	$969	$2,196	$2,554	$4,427	122.53	359.7
49	Rishon Leziyyon	247323	123	$1,054	$2,443	$3,240	$4,774	260.78	354.99
50	Rosh HaAyin	-	118	$1,053	$2,360	$2,806	$4,648	295.14	353.5

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Cost of Living in Israel - Frequently Asked Questions

Israel offers a dynamic mix of pricing driven by location and lifestyle. In major hubs you will encounter higher costs for housing, dining out, and nightlife, while smaller towns or peripheral neighborhoods can feel more approachable for longer stays. For travelers, expats, and digital nomads, value often comes from choosing areas with solid transit access, seasonal timing, and a blend of local markets and casual eateries. Accommodation ranges from shared or short-term rentals to longer leases, each with its own rhythm and utility setup. Public transit is generally efficient in cities, letting you move without a car most days. Cost of Living in Israel helps frame your expectations. Tip: Start with a trial week in a couple of neighborhoods to test daily costs and vibes.

Daily life blends practical planning with instinct for good neighborhoods. Start your housing search by mapping your commute to work or study, and do not overlook short-term options that let you test a street before signing a long lease. Groceries range from bustling markets to modern supermarkets; local produce can stretch your budget when you shop seasonally, while street vendors offer quick, affordable meals. Transport is robust in many cities, with buses, trains, and light rail that substitute for car ownership. Co-working spaces and cafes with reliable Wi-Fi support a flexible schedule. Israel living cost shifts with city density and season, so adjust your routine for quieter periods and paid peak times. Tip: Track a weekly budget and adapt shopping spots to keep meals and transit affordable.

Quality of life hinges on balance between pace, space, and community. Build a simple budgeting framework with broad categories - housing, food, transport, and leisure - and adjust monthly as you try new neighborhoods. Save by choosing longer leases in calmer districts, cooking at home more often, and using public transit or shared rides rather than owning a car. Embrace seasonality: summer heat changes how you use energy and crowds; fall and spring offer more forgiving prices and activities in many places. Neighborhood fit depends on vibe, proximity to coworking or nature, and daily routines. Tip: Test a few monthly rhythms in two or three areas before committing long-term.