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Cost of living in Palestinian Territory compared to Japan
Currency:
| Food | - 19% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Palestinian Territory is 19% cheaper than in Japan | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 44 ₪ (¥1,345) | ¥1,023 | + 31% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | 32 ₪ (¥978) | ¥714 | + 37% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 17 ₪ (¥528) | ¥466 | + 13% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 7 ₪ (¥215) | ¥199 | + 8% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 12 ₪ (¥374) | ¥272 | + 38% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 5.96 ₪ (¥184) | ¥653 | - 72% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 14 ₪ (¥432) | ¥890 | - 51% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 7 ₪ (¥220) | ¥621 | - 65% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 4.40 ₪ (¥136) | ¥427 | - 68% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 9 ₪ (¥290) | ¥261 | + 11% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 48 ₪ (¥1,477) | ¥1,550 | - 5% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | 5.41 ₪ (¥167) | ¥212 | - 21% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2.32 ₪ (¥72) | ¥200 | - 64% | |
| Housing | - 54% | |||
| Housing in Palestinian Territory is 54% cheaper than in Japan | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | 2,327 ₪ (¥71,834) | ¥239,509 | - 70% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | 1,705 ₪ (¥52,620) | ¥120,252 | - 56% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 324 ₪ (¥9,988) | ¥23,358 | - 57% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | 1,774 ₪ (¥54,759) | ¥123,093 | - 56% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | 1,305 ₪ (¥40,272) | ¥84,293 | - 52% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | 250 ₪ (¥7,715) | ¥11,955 | - 35% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | 107 ₪ (¥3,309) | ¥4,050 | - 18% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | 1,765 ₪ (¥54,500) | ¥61,346 | - 11% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | 535 ₪ (¥16,529) | ¥15,579 | + 6% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 33 ₪ (¥1,024) | ¥745 | + 37% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 22 ₪ (¥677) | ¥1,601 | - 58% | |
| Clothes | + 155% | |||
| Clothes in Palestinian Territory is 155% more expensive than in Japan | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | 278 ₪ (¥8,573) | ¥6,784 | + 26% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | 463 ₪ (¥14,281) | ¥4,071 | + 251% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | 393 ₪ (¥12,146) | ¥8,377 | + 45% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 538 ₪ (¥16,606) | ¥12,050 | + 38% | |
| Transportation | - 7% | |||
| Transportation in Palestinian Territory is 7% cheaper than in Japan | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 119,615 ₪ (¥3,692,607) | ¥2,782,080 | + 33% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 7 ₪ (¥201) | ¥146 | + 37% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | 326 ₪ (¥10,062) | ¥13,003 | - 23% | |
| Personal Care | - 18% | |||
| Personal Care in Palestinian Territory is 18% cheaper than in Japan | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 19 ₪ (¥576) | ¥1,232 | - 53% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 33 ₪ (¥1,004) | ¥1,175 | - 15% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | 89 ₪ (¥2,735) | ¥4,149 | - 34% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | 24 ₪ (¥730) | ¥672 | + 9% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 18 ₪ (¥561) | ¥735 | - 24% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 17 ₪ (¥512) | ¥471 | + 9% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 7 ₪ (¥227) | ¥143 | + 58% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 14 ₪ (¥446) | ¥221 | + 101% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 28 ₪ (¥854) | ¥2,643 | - 68% | |
| Entertainment | - 15% | |||
| Entertainment in Palestinian Territory is 15% cheaper than in Japan | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 122 ₪ (¥3,778) | ¥4,236 | - 11% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 62 ₪ (¥1,927) | ¥3,338 | - 42% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | 101 ₪ (¥3,104) | ¥10,379 | - 70% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 223 ₪ (¥6,869) | ¥8,199 | - 16% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 28 ₪ (¥864) | ¥943 | - 8% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 13 ₪ (¥403) | ¥487 | - 17% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 15 ₪ (¥463) | ¥532 | - 13% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | 4,121 ₪ (¥127,218) | ¥54,634 | + 133% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 0.69 ₪ (¥21) | ¥57 | - 62% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 230 ₪ (¥7,087) | ¥9,945 | - 29% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | 24 ₪ (¥733) | ¥472 | + 55% | |
| TOTAL | - 19% | |||
These prices were last updated on March 17, 2019.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Palestinian Territory is 19% cheaper than in Japan
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