Cost of Living Comparison
Compare monthly expenses across Israeli cities to find the best fit for your budget
Data sourced from CBS Israel Census 2022, Ministry of Finance, and public surveys
Based on CBS Israel cost-of-living index. Score of 5.0 = national average. Lower scores mean more affordable cities.
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National Averages
₪4876
Avg. Rent
₪1858
Avg. Groceries
₪575
Avg. Utilities
₪402
Avg. Transport
Jerusalem
ירושלים · Jerusalem District
7.2
Cost Index (1-10)
Expensive
Total Monthly Estimate₪7,600 – ₪11,080
Rent₪5,000 – ₪7,000
Utilities₪450 – ₪750
Groceries₪1,600 – ₪2,300
Transportation₪250 – ₪500
Internet & Mobile₪150 – ₪250
Healthcare₪150 – ₪280
Arnona (Property Tax)₪520/mo
Population983,300
Tel Aviv
תל אביב · Tel Aviv District
9.4
Cost Index (1-10)
Expensive
Total Monthly Estimate₪10,350 – ₪14,350
Rent₪7,500 – ₪10,000
Utilities₪500 – ₪800
Groceries₪1,800 – ₪2,500
Transportation₪250 – ₪500
Internet & Mobile₪150 – ₪250
Healthcare₪150 – ₪300
Arnona (Property Tax)₪580/mo
Population467,875
Data based on CBS Israel Census 2022 and public surveys. Actual costs may vary.