Cost of living in Palestinian Territory compared to Netherlands
Currency:
| Food | - 7% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Palestinian Territory is 7% cheaper than in Netherlands | ||||
| Palestinian Territory | Netherlands | Diff | ||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 94 ₪ (€22) | €21 | + 6% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | 35 ₪ (€8) | €12 | - 32% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 39 ₪ (€9) | €6 | + 52% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 7 ₪ (€1.56) | €1.32 | + 18% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 25 ₪ (€6) | €4.49 | + 35% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 8 ₪ (€1.91) | €3.39 | - 44% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 18 ₪ (€4.29) | €7 | - 36% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 8 ₪ (€1.91) | €2.34 | - 18% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 5.00 ₪ (€1.19) | €1.86 | - 36% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 7 ₪ (€1.67) | €1.62 | + 3% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 50 ₪ (€12) | €8 | + 47% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | 7 ₪ (€1.56) | €3.18 | - 51% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2.52 ₪ (€0.60) | €1.61 | - 63% | |
| Housing | - 65% | |||
| Housing in Palestinian Territory is 65% cheaper than in Netherlands | ||||
| Palestinian Territory | Netherlands | Diff | ||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | 2,856 ₪ (€681) | €2,596 | - 74% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | 1,800 ₪ (€429) | €2,072 | - 79% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 330 ₪ (€79) | €222 | - 64% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | 3,000 ₪ (€716) | €1,711 | - 58% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | 2,500 ₪ (€596) | €1,378 | - 57% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | 526 ₪ (€125) | €175 | - 29% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | 55 ₪ (€13) | €39 | - 66% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | 995 ₪ (€237) | €382 | - 38% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | 564 ₪ (€135) | €168 | - 20% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 32 ₪ (€8) | €10 | - 26% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 13 ₪ (€2.98) | €18 | - 83% | |
| Clothes | + 66% | |||
| Clothes in Palestinian Territory is 66% more expensive than in Netherlands | ||||
| Palestinian Territory | Netherlands | Diff | ||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | 450 ₪ (€107) | €88 | + 22% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | 400 ₪ (€95) | €35 | + 170% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | 400 ₪ (€95) | €102 | - 7% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 600 ₪ (€143) | €113 | + 27% | |
| Transportation | - 45% | |||
| Transportation in Palestinian Territory is 45% cheaper than in Netherlands | ||||
| Palestinian Territory | Netherlands | Diff | ||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 133,069 ₪ (€31,741) | €37,105 | - 14% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 7 ₪ (€1.67) | €2.03 | - 18% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | 150 ₪ (€36) | €92 | - 61% | |
| Personal Care | - 34% | |||
| Personal Care in Palestinian Territory is 34% cheaper than in Netherlands | ||||
| Palestinian Territory | Netherlands | Diff | ||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 10 ₪ (€2.39) | €2.55 | - 6% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 15 ₪ (€3.58) | €14 | - 74% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | 100 ₪ (€24) | €53 | - 55% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | 43 ₪ (€10) | €5.67 | + 81% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 17 ₪ (€4.06) | €4.23 | - 4% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 16 ₪ (€3.91) | €4.31 | - 9% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 5.96 ₪ (€1.42) | €1.98 | - 28% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 16 ₪ (€3.82) | €2.67 | + 43% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 35 ₪ (€8) | €30 | - 72% | |
| Entertainment | - 34% | |||
| Entertainment in Palestinian Territory is 34% cheaper than in Netherlands | ||||
| Palestinian Territory | Netherlands | Diff | ||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 70 ₪ (€17) | €55 | - 70% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 60 ₪ (€14) | €30 | - 53% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | 80 ₪ (€19) | €243 | - 92% | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 150 ₪ (€36) | €83 | - 57% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 22 ₪ (€5.25) | €14 | - 62% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 14 ₪ (€3.34) | €4.07 | - 18% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 12 ₪ (€2.78) | €5.90 | - 53% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | 3,500 ₪ (€835) | €439 | + 90% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | - | - | - | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 300 ₪ (€72) | €52 | + 37% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | 30 ₪ (€7) | €12 | - 40% | |
| TOTAL | - 39% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 1,016 prices entered by 154 different people.
These prices were last updated on April 14, 2025.
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Cost of living in Palestinian Territory is 39% cheaper than in Netherlands
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