Cost of living in Palestinian Territory compared to Pakistan
Currency:
| Food | + 185% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Palestinian Territory is 185% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 81 ₪ (₨3,913) | ₨477 | + 720% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | 33 ₪ (₨1,615) | ₨617 | + 162% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 16 ₪ (₨752) | ₨253 | + 197% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 5.76 ₪ (₨278) | ₨111 | + 150% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 7 ₪ (₨327) | ₨146 | + 125% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 3.62 ₪ (₨175) | ₨85 | + 105% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 17 ₪ (₨832) | ₨736 | + 13% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 5.26 ₪ (₨254) | ₨147 | + 72% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 3.60 ₪ (₨174) | ₨52 | + 237% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 7 ₪ (₨335) | ₨285 | + 18% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 45 ₪ (₨2,172) | ₨1,607 | + 35% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | 5.35 ₪ (₨258) | ₨133 | + 94% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2.75 ₪ (₨133) | ₨80 | + 65% | |
| Housing | + 80% | |||
| Housing in Palestinian Territory is 80% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | 2,622 ₪ (₨126,548) | ₨65,208 | + 94% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | 1,678 ₪ (₨80,978) | ₨40,675 | + 99% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 750 ₪ (₨36,185) | ₨11,662 | + 210% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | 1,628 ₪ (₨78,553) | ₨44,902 | + 75% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | 1,042 ₪ (₨50,301) | ₨32,659 | + 54% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | 526 ₪ (₨25,365) | ₨8,932 | + 184% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | 55 ₪ (₨2,657) | ₨2,572 | + 3% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | 995 ₪ (₨48,020) | ₨44,098 | + 9% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | 564 ₪ (₨27,241) | ₨23,617 | + 15% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 31 ₪ (₨1,489) | ₨667 | + 123% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 13 ₪ (₨627) | ₨516 | + 22% | |
| Clothes | + 238% | |||
| Clothes in Palestinian Territory is 238% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | 311 ₪ (₨14,986) | ₨3,054 | + 391% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | 393 ₪ (₨18,955) | ₨5,408 | + 251% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | 312 ₪ (₨15,035) | ₨8,399 | + 79% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 252 ₪ (₨12,145) | ₨5,912 | + 105% | |
| Transportation | + 167% | |||
| Transportation in Palestinian Territory is 167% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 133,069 ₪ (₨6,422,119) | ₨2,463,580 | + 161% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 6 ₪ (₨298) | ₨107 | + 177% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | 150 ₪ (₨7,239) | ₨2,108 | + 243% | |
| Personal Care | + 168% | |||
| Personal Care in Palestinian Territory is 168% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 22 ₪ (₨1,057) | ₨260 | + 307% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 18 ₪ (₨869) | ₨616 | + 41% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | 108 ₪ (₨5,212) | ₨1,831 | + 185% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | 43 ₪ (₨2,072) | ₨463 | + 348% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 22 ₪ (₨1,040) | ₨350 | + 198% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 18 ₪ (₨869) | ₨441 | + 97% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 8 ₪ (₨365) | ₨189 | + 93% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 16 ₪ (₨752) | ₨169 | + 345% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 26 ₪ (₨1,267) | ₨480 | + 164% | |
| Entertainment | + 77% | |||
| Entertainment in Palestinian Territory is 77% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 97 ₪ (₨4,687) | ₨1,849 | + 153% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 54 ₪ (₨2,597) | ₨1,458 | + 78% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | ₨2,679 | - | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 337 ₪ (₨16,276) | ₨3,680 | + 342% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 14 ₪ (₨683) | ₨850 | - 20% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 14 ₪ (₨687) | ₨437 | + 57% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 12 ₪ (₨563) | ₨435 | + 29% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | 1,200 ₪ (₨57,914) | ₨58,894 | - 2% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 0.69 ₪ (₨34) | ₨39 | - 13% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 216 ₪ (₨10,442) | ₨4,106 | + 154% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | 27 ₪ (₨1,283) | ₨267 | + 380% | |
| TOTAL | + 135% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 1,980 prices entered by 468 different people.
These prices were last updated on February 26, 2021.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Palestinian Territory is 135% more expensive than in Pakistan
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