Neighborhood Comparison
Compare demographic and economic metrics across Israeli neighborhoods to find the perfect location for you.
Compare Israeli neighborhoods using official CBS data on demographics, income, education, and safety. Select up to four cities to view side-by-side metrics including median age, academic degree holders, average monthly income, vehicle ownership, crime rates, and school performance — all sourced from Israeli government statistics.
Safety & Security
Safety Rating
Crime Rate
4.36
per 1000 residents (12+)
Demographics
Employment & Economy
(2x+ avg wage)
100 = national avg
~₪6,396/mo (single)
Source: CBS Household Expenditure Survey
Cost of Living
Data from CBS Household Expenditure Survey 2025
What is the Cost Index?
100 = national average. Below 100 is cheaper, above 100 is more expensive.
| Metric | Ashkelon |
|---|---|
| Cost Index | 73 |
| Avg. Rent (Monthly) | ₪3,559 |
| Arnona (Monthly) | ₪430 |
| Groceries (Single) | ₪1,158 - ₪1,668 |
| Groceries (Family) | ₪2,432 - ₪3,590 |
| Utilities (Single) | ₪318 - ₪550 |
| Transport (Single) | ₪248 - ₪474 |
| Total Monthly (Single) | ₪5,075 - ₪7,716 |
| Total Monthly (Family) | ₪7,710 - ₪11,770 |
Education Data (Ministry of Education / RAMA)
Data from Israel Ministry of Education / RAMA
Immigration (Olim) Data
Data from Ministry of Aliyah & CBS Census 2022
Quick Comparison
| Metric | Ashkelon |
|---|---|
| Median Age | 34 |
| Monthly Income Per Capita | ₪6,247 |
| Education Level | 28.8% |
| Families with 4+ Children | 11.4% |
| Wage Earners (25-54) | 85.8% |
| High Earners (2x+ avg wage) | 8.7% |
| Vehicles/100 Residents | 49.2 |