Cost of living in Ramallah, Palestinian Territory vs Abbotsford, Canada
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| Food | - 11% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Ramallah (Palestinian Territory) is 11% cheaper than in Abbotsford (Canada) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 44 ₪ (C$17) | C$20 | - 17% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | 32 ₪ (C$12) | C$10 | + 22% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 18 ₪ (C$7) | C$5.78 | + 23% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 7 ₪ (C$2.65) | C$1.98 | + 33% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 11 ₪ (C$4.21) | C$4.18 | + 1% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 5.87 ₪ (C$2.27) | C$3.04 | - 25% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 15 ₪ (C$5.80) | C$10 | - 41% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 7 ₪ (C$2.77) | C$4.24 | - 35% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 4.36 ₪ (C$1.69) | C$3.76 | - 55% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 9 ₪ (C$3.63) | C$3.41 | + 7% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 65 ₪ (C$25) | C$19 | + 30% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | 5.50 ₪ (C$2.13) | C$2.48 | - 14% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 1.98 ₪ (C$0.77) | C$1.93 | - 60% | |
| Housing | - 35% | |||
| Housing in Ramallah (Palestinian Territory) is 35% cheaper than in Abbotsford (Canada) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | 2,380 ₪ (C$919) | C$2,136 | - 57% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | 1,833 ₪ (C$708) | C$1,241 | - 43% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 441 ₪ (C$170) | C$133 | + 28% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | 1,833 ₪ (C$708) | C$1,120 | - 37% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | 1,271 ₪ (C$491) | C$806 | - 39% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | 312 ₪ (C$121) | C$66 | + 82% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | 108 ₪ (C$42) | C$54 | - 23% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | 1,907 ₪ (C$736) | C$311 | + 137% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | 514 ₪ (C$199) | C$97 | + 105% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 33 ₪ (C$13) | C$10 | + 25% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 22 ₪ (C$8) | C$25 | - 66% | |
| Clothes | + 126% | |||
| Clothes in Ramallah (Palestinian Territory) is 126% more expensive than in Abbotsford (Canada) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | 259 ₪ (C$100) | C$60 | + 66% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | 289 ₪ (C$112) | C$39 | + 185% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | 401 ₪ (C$155) | C$98 | + 59% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 388 ₪ (C$150) | C$117 | + 28% | |
| Transportation | + 87% | |||
| Transportation in Ramallah (Palestinian Territory) is 87% more expensive than in Abbotsford (Canada) | ||||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 125,275 ₪ (C$48,386) | C$22,935 | + 111% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 6 ₪ (C$2.47) | C$1.39 | + 77% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | 330 ₪ (C$127) | C$67 | + 91% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | 67 ₪ (C$26) | - | - | |
| Personal Care | + 0% | |||
| 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) | 20 ₪ (C$8) | C$8 | - 8% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 32 ₪ (C$12) | C$22 | - 44% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | 75 ₪ (C$29) | C$77 | - 63% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | 25 ₪ (C$9) | C$6 | + 47% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 18 ₪ (C$7) | C$3.85 | + 83% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 17 ₪ (C$7) | C$4.28 | + 57% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 9 ₪ (C$3.61) | C$3.11 | + 16% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 12 ₪ (C$4.71) | C$2.46 | + 92% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 27 ₪ (C$10) | C$20 | - 48% | |
| Entertainment | - 6% | |||
| Entertainment in Ramallah (Palestinian Territory) is 6% cheaper than in Abbotsford (Canada) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 150 ₪ (C$58) | C$52 | + 11% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 60 ₪ (C$23) | C$26 | - 11% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | 187 ₪ (C$72) | C$117 | - 39% | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 213 ₪ (C$82) | C$96 | - 14% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 23 ₪ (C$9) | C$9 | - 7% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 14 ₪ (C$5.30) | C$5.42 | - 2% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 21 ₪ (C$8) | C$7 | + 22% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | 3,523 ₪ (C$1,361) | C$647 | + 110% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 0.65 ₪ (C$0.25) | C$0.83 | - 69% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 235 ₪ (C$91) | C$35 | + 157% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | 25 ₪ (C$10) | C$11 | - 13% | |
| TOTAL | + 8% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 166 prices entered by 16 different people.
These prices were last updated on February 27, 2020.
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