Cost of living in Palestinian Territory compared to Greece
Currency:
| Food | + 16% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Palestinian Territory is 16% more expensive than in Greece | ||||
| Palestinian Territory | Greece | Diff | ||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 94 ₪ (€22) | €17 | + 31% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | 35 ₪ (€8) | €8 | + 6% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 39 ₪ (€9) | €4.47 | + 108% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 7 ₪ (€1.56) | €1.75 | - 11% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 25 ₪ (€6) | €5.22 | + 16% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 8 ₪ (€1.91) | €1.96 | - 3% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 18 ₪ (€4.29) | €7 | - 40% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 8 ₪ (€1.91) | €2.12 | - 10% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 5.00 ₪ (€1.19) | €1.21 | - 2% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 7 ₪ (€1.67) | €1.45 | + 15% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 50 ₪ (€12) | €14 | - 14% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | 7 ₪ (€1.56) | €2.09 | - 26% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2.52 ₪ (€0.60) | €0.99 | - 39% | |
| Housing | - 25% | |||
| Housing in Palestinian Territory is 25% cheaper than in Greece | ||||
| Palestinian Territory | Greece | Diff | ||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | 2,856 ₪ (€681) | €1,075 | - 37% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | 1,800 ₪ (€429) | €728 | - 41% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 330 ₪ (€79) | €179 | - 56% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | 3,000 ₪ (€716) | €685 | + 4% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | 2,500 ₪ (€596) | €480 | + 24% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | 526 ₪ (€125) | €147 | - 15% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | 55 ₪ (€13) | €21 | - 38% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | 995 ₪ (€237) | €375 | - 37% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | 564 ₪ (€135) | €125 | + 8% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 32 ₪ (€8) | €10 | - 22% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 13 ₪ (€2.98) | €10 | - 69% | |
| Clothes | + 87% | |||
| Clothes in Palestinian Territory is 87% more expensive than in Greece | ||||
| Palestinian Territory | Greece | Diff | ||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | 450 ₪ (€107) | €81 | + 32% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | 400 ₪ (€95) | €29 | + 227% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | 400 ₪ (€95) | €93 | + 2% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 600 ₪ (€143) | €102 | + 41% | |
| Transportation | + 21% | |||
| Transportation in Palestinian Territory is 21% more expensive than in Greece | ||||
| Palestinian Territory | Greece | Diff | ||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 133,069 ₪ (€31,741) | €24,325 | + 30% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 7 ₪ (€1.67) | €1.85 | - 10% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | 150 ₪ (€36) | €26 | + 39% | |
| Personal Care | - 25% | |||
| Personal Care in Palestinian Territory is 25% cheaper than in Greece | ||||
| Palestinian Territory | Greece | Diff | ||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 10 ₪ (€2.39) | €4.48 | - 47% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 15 ₪ (€3.58) | €9 | - 58% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | 100 ₪ (€24) | €47 | - 49% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | 43 ₪ (€10) | €5.03 | + 104% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 17 ₪ (€4.06) | €4.18 | - 3% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 16 ₪ (€3.91) | €4.13 | - 5% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 5.96 ₪ (€1.42) | €2.44 | - 42% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 16 ₪ (€3.82) | €2.98 | + 28% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 35 ₪ (€8) | €13 | - 37% | |
| Entertainment | - 23% | |||
| Entertainment in Palestinian Territory is 23% cheaper than in Greece | ||||
| Palestinian Territory | Greece | Diff | ||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 70 ₪ (€17) | €42 | - 60% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 60 ₪ (€14) | €17 | - 17% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | 80 ₪ (€19) | €61 | - 69% | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 150 ₪ (€36) | €65 | - 45% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 22 ₪ (€5.25) | €11 | - 54% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 14 ₪ (€3.34) | €4.40 | - 24% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 12 ₪ (€2.78) | €4.70 | - 41% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | 3,500 ₪ (€835) | €1,025 | - 19% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | - | - | - | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 300 ₪ (€72) | €44 | + 64% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | 30 ₪ (€7) | €4.90 | + 46% | |
| TOTAL | - 0% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 662 prices entered by 85 different people.
These prices were last updated on April 10, 2025.
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Cost of living in Palestinian Territory is about the same as in Greece
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