Cost of living in Ramallah, Palestinian Territory vs Abbotsford, Canada
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| Food | - 12% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Ramallah (Palestinian Territory) is 12% cheaper than in Abbotsford (Canada) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 46 ₪ (C$18) | C$20 | - 13% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | 33 ₪ (C$13) | C$10 | + 28% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 15 ₪ (C$5.93) | C$5.78 | + 3% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 7 ₪ (C$2.62) | C$1.98 | + 32% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 10 ₪ (C$3.71) | C$4.18 | - 11% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 5.19 ₪ (C$2.00) | C$3.04 | - 34% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 15 ₪ (C$5.78) | C$10 | - 42% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 7 ₪ (C$2.68) | C$4.24 | - 37% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 4.33 ₪ (C$1.66) | C$3.76 | - 56% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 9 ₪ (C$3.30) | C$3.41 | - 3% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 55 ₪ (C$21) | C$19 | + 10% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | 5.34 ₪ (C$2.05) | C$2.48 | - 17% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2.80 ₪ (C$1.08) | C$1.93 | - 44% | |
| Housing | - 38% | |||
| Housing in Ramallah (Palestinian Territory) is 38% cheaper than in Abbotsford (Canada) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | 2,393 ₪ (C$921) | C$2,136 | - 57% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | 1,910 ₪ (C$735) | C$1,241 | - 41% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 457 ₪ (C$176) | C$133 | + 32% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | 1,795 ₪ (C$690) | C$1,120 | - 38% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | 1,199 ₪ (C$461) | C$806 | - 43% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | 291 ₪ (C$112) | C$66 | + 69% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | 96 ₪ (C$37) | C$54 | - 32% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | 1,669 ₪ (C$642) | C$311 | + 106% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | 533 ₪ (C$205) | C$97 | + 112% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 37 ₪ (C$14) | C$10 | + 40% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 19 ₪ (C$7) | C$25 | - 72% | |
| Clothes | + 164% | |||
| Clothes in Ramallah (Palestinian Territory) is 164% more expensive than in Abbotsford (Canada) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | 315 ₪ (C$121) | C$60 | + 101% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | 359 ₪ (C$138) | C$39 | + 252% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | 374 ₪ (C$144) | C$98 | + 47% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 395 ₪ (C$152) | C$117 | + 30% | |
| Transportation | + 85% | |||
| Transportation in Ramallah (Palestinian Territory) is 85% more expensive than in Abbotsford (Canada) | ||||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 125,275 ₪ (C$48,192) | C$22,935 | + 110% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 6 ₪ (C$2.47) | C$1.39 | + 77% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | 326 ₪ (C$125) | C$67 | + 88% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | 68 ₪ (C$26) | - | - | |
| Personal Care | + 1% | |||
| Personal Care in Ramallah (Palestinian Territory) is about the same as in Abbotsford (Canada) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 16 ₪ (C$6) | C$8 | - 24% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 31 ₪ (C$12) | C$22 | - 45% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | 98 ₪ (C$38) | C$77 | - 51% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | 24 ₪ (C$9) | C$6 | + 41% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 21 ₪ (C$8) | C$3.85 | + 109% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 17 ₪ (C$7) | C$4.28 | + 56% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 9 ₪ (C$3.32) | C$3.11 | + 7% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 14 ₪ (C$5.22) | C$2.46 | + 112% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 27 ₪ (C$10) | C$20 | - 47% | |
| Entertainment | - 4% | |||
| Entertainment in Ramallah (Palestinian Territory) is about the same as in Abbotsford (Canada) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 127 ₪ (C$49) | C$52 | - 6% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 60 ₪ (C$23) | C$26 | - 11% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | 443 ₪ (C$170) | C$117 | + 45% | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 204 ₪ (C$78) | C$96 | - 18% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 21 ₪ (C$8) | C$9 | - 12% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 15 ₪ (C$5.71) | C$5.42 | + 5% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 20 ₪ (C$8) | C$7 | + 15% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | 3,311 ₪ (C$1,274) | C$647 | + 97% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 0.65 ₪ (C$0.25) | C$0.83 | - 70% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 247 ₪ (C$95) | C$35 | + 168% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | 25 ₪ (C$9) | C$11 | - 13% | |
| TOTAL | + 9% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 149 prices entered by 5 different people.
These prices were last updated on February 28, 2021.
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Cost of living in Ramallah (Palestinian Territory) is 9% more expensive than in Abbotsford (Canada)
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