Cost of Living in Jerusalem - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $1,117 (excluding rent), and $2,501 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $2,832 (excluding rent), and $4,885 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$22.51 ₪70.7

$14.07 ₪44.17

$33.77 ₪106

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$85.1 ₪267

$56.8 ₪178

$128 ₪401

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$15.22 ₪47.78

$11.07 ₪34.76

$17.99 ₪56.5

Cappuccino

$4.41 ₪13.84

$3.47 ₪10.90

$5.78 ₪18.16

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

$2.65 ₪8.32

$2.20 ₪6.90

$3.58 ₪11.23

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.14 ₪6.73

$1.70 ₪5.34

$2.84 ₪8.91

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$8.78 ₪27.57

$6.86 ₪21.55

$10.43 ₪32.75

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$8.61 ₪27.04

$6.32 ₪19.84

$10.05 ₪31.55

Milk (1 liter)

$2.07 ₪6.49

$1.67 ₪5.25

$3.07 ₪9.63

White Bread (500g)

$2.35 ₪7.39

$1.92 ₪6.02

$4.17 ₪13.10

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.86 ₪8.99

$1.95 ₪6.13

$3.35 ₪10.52

Eggs

$4.19 ₪13.14

$3.16 ₪9.91

$4.82 ₪15.13

Local Cheese (1kg)

$14.15 ₪44.43

$10.05 ₪31.56

$25.85 ₪81.2

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$11.47 ₪36.03

$8.22 ₪25.80

$12.74 ₪40.01

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$18.07 ₪56.8

$10.05 ₪31.54

$21.52 ₪67.6

Apples (1kg)

$3.30 ₪10.37

$2.50 ₪7.85

$3.90 ₪12.23

Banana (1kg)

$2.04 ₪6.42

$1.41 ₪4.43

$2.88 ₪9.05

Oranges (1kg)

$1.73 ₪5.44

$0.83 ₪2.61

$2.79 ₪8.76

Tomato (1kg)

$2.45 ₪7.69

$1.14 ₪3.58

$5.36 ₪16.83

Potato (1kg)

$1.73 ₪5.42

$1.00 ₪3.14

$2.27 ₪7.14

Onion (1kg)

$1.55 ₪4.88

$1.15 ₪3.60

$2.00 ₪6.28

Lettuce (1 head)

$2.11 ₪6.61

$1.16 ₪3.63

$2.88 ₪9.05

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.40 ₪4.41

$0.55 ₪1.71

$2.46 ₪7.74

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$9.63 ₪30.25

$9.36 ₪29.39

$16.51 ₪51.9

Wine (Bottle)

$15.16 ₪47.59

$11.33 ₪35.59

$21.05 ₪66.1

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$2.53 ₪7.94

$1.72 ₪5.39

$3.43 ₪10.78

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.83 ₪8.90

$1.03 ₪3.23

$4.26 ₪13.37

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$1.72 ₪5.41

$1.58 ₪4.97

$2.30 ₪7.21

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$67.9 ₪213

$57.1 ₪179

$71.3 ₪224

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$3.47 ₪10.90

$3.30 ₪10.35

$6.87 ₪21.56

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.92 ₪2.89

$0.87 ₪2.72

$1.16 ₪3.63

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$28.66 ₪90.0

$8.60 ₪27.01

$32.10 ₪101

Gasoline (1 liter)

$2.09 ₪6.56

$2.01 ₪6.30

$2.24 ₪7.04

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

$46.5K ₪145.9K

$45.8K ₪143.9K

$49.2K ₪154.6K

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

$46.3K ₪145.3K

$39.4K ₪123.9K

$47.9K ₪150.4K

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

$232 ₪728

$154 ₪484

$407 ₪1,277

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

$12.55 ₪39.41

$8.26 ₪25.95

$14.24 ₪44.72

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$28.83 ₪90.5

$25.32 ₪79.5

$30.94 ₪97.2

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$86.8 ₪272

$56.5 ₪177

$113 ₪355

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$29.83 ₪93.7

$22.29 ₪70.0

$33.44 ₪105

Cinema Ticket

$12.62 ₪39.62

$9.82 ₪30.84

$12.62 ₪39.62

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

$878 ₪2,757

$806 ₪2,531

$973 ₪3,055

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$20.9K ₪65.5K

$13.8K ₪43.4K

$27.6K ₪86.7K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$105 ₪331

$56.6 ₪178

$141 ₪444

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$62.3 ₪196

$52.6 ₪165

$88.6 ₪278

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$124 ₪391

$98.6 ₪310

$141 ₪442

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$116 ₪364

$84.8 ₪266

$141 ₪444

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,561 ₪4,903

$1,264 ₪3,970

$1,967 ₪6,176

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,129 ₪3,544

$888 ₪2,788

$1,526 ₪4,792

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$2,776 ₪8,715

$2,259 ₪7,092

$3,388 ₪10.6K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,889 ₪5,932

$1,666 ₪5,231

$2,203 ₪6,917

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$19.3K ₪60.5K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$8,874 ₪27.9K

$8,742 ₪27.4K

$9,536 ₪29.9K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$3,667 ₪11.5K

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

3.8

7.5

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

Last update: January 11, 2026

Jerusalem Median Internet Speeds (Updated December 2025)

Mobile

Mbps

Fixed Broadband

312

Mbps

The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

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Cost of Living in Jerusalem - Frequently Asked Questions

Cost of Living in Jerusalem varies by neighborhood and lifestyle. In central and historic districts you’ll find high service costs, while outer neighborhoods offer more budget-friendly options for groceries, takeout, and casual dining. For travelers, expats, and digital nomads, value comes from balancing a stable housing base with easy transit to markets, cafes, and coworking spaces. Housing tends to drive the overall impression, and planning around religious holidays or tourist seasons can shift availability and prices. Practical moves include shopping at local markets, cooking at home for several meals, and choosing a walkable area with reliable public transport. Tip: Start with a short-term stay to test neighborhoods and commuting options.

Daily life blends historic charm with modern convenience. In housing, search Talbiyeh, Nachlaot, or newer westward zones for different price and vibe, and expect leases with deposits and service charges. Food options range from local markets to international eateries; plan a few self-care meals a week to balance costs. Transit includes light rail and buses; walking is often fastest in the old city core. Jerusalem living cost shows up in utility needs and neighborhood choices, so align errands and work favorites with a feasible budget. Tip: build a routine around off-peak hours to save on transport and coworking spaces.

Quality of life hinges on pace and access more than sheer price. Build a simple budgeting framework that separates fixed costs (housing, utilities) from variable ones (food, transit, entertainment). Favor neighborhoods with reliable transit and a walkable core to reduce transport. Seasonality matters: holiday periods bring crowds and higher service demand; consider off-peak shopping or mid-week visits. To feel at home, map out a few areas by daily routes to markets, cafes, and coworking spaces, and test them with short stays. Tip: set a monthly limit for eating out and rotate neighborhoods to spread costs.