Cost of living in Palestinian Territory compared to United States
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| Food | - 10% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Palestinian Territory is 10% cheaper than in United States | ||||
| Palestinian Territory | United States | Diff | ||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 94 ₪ ($26) | $21 | + 24% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | 35 ₪ ($10) | $12 | - 17% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 39 ₪ ($11) | $5.89 | + 87% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 7 ₪ ($1.84) | $1.10 | + 67% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 25 ₪ ($7) | $5.48 | + 31% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 8 ₪ ($2.26) | $4.88 | - 54% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 18 ₪ ($5.08) | $8 | - 33% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 8 ₪ ($2.26) | $4.26 | - 47% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 5.00 ₪ ($1.41) | $2.29 | - 38% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 7 ₪ ($1.98) | $3.59 | - 45% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 50 ₪ ($14) | $18 | - 21% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | 7 ₪ ($1.84) | $2.94 | - 37% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2.52 ₪ ($0.71) | $3.04 | - 77% | |
| Housing | - 67% | |||
| Housing in Palestinian Territory is 67% cheaper than in United States | ||||
| Palestinian Territory | United States | Diff | ||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | 2,856 ₪ ($806) | $3,082 | - 74% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | 1,800 ₪ ($508) | $2,372 | - 79% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 330 ₪ ($93) | $227 | - 59% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | 3,000 ₪ ($847) | $2,213 | - 62% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | 2,500 ₪ ($706) | $1,615 | - 56% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | 526 ₪ ($148) | $166 | - 11% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | 55 ₪ ($16) | $61 | - 75% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | 995 ₪ ($281) | $249 | + 13% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | 564 ₪ ($159) | $156 | + 2% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 32 ₪ ($9) | $15 | - 39% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 13 ₪ ($3.53) | $35 | - 90% | |
| Clothes | + 89% | |||
| Clothes in Palestinian Territory is 89% more expensive than in United States | ||||
| Palestinian Territory | United States | Diff | ||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | 450 ₪ ($127) | $57 | + 121% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | 400 ₪ ($113) | $51 | + 120% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | 400 ₪ ($113) | $106 | + 7% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 600 ₪ ($169) | $140 | + 21% | |
| Transportation | - 23% | |||
| Transportation in Palestinian Territory is 23% cheaper than in United States | ||||
| Palestinian Territory | United States | Diff | ||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 133,069 ₪ ($37,568) | $30,965 | + 21% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 7 ₪ ($1.98) | $0.94 | + 111% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | 150 ₪ ($42) | $84 | - 50% | |
| Personal Care | - 60% | |||
| Personal Care in Palestinian Territory is 60% cheaper than in United States | ||||
| Palestinian Territory | United States | Diff | ||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 10 ₪ ($2.82) | $10 | - 70% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 15 ₪ ($4.23) | $25 | - 83% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | 100 ₪ ($28) | $169 | - 83% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | 43 ₪ ($12) | $10 | + 27% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 17 ₪ ($4.80) | $5.26 | - 9% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 16 ₪ ($4.63) | $7 | - 33% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 5.96 ₪ ($1.68) | $5.11 | - 67% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 16 ₪ ($4.52) | $2.37 | + 90% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 35 ₪ ($10) | $30 | - 67% | |
| Entertainment | - 33% | |||
| Entertainment in Palestinian Territory is 33% cheaper than in United States | ||||
| Palestinian Territory | United States | Diff | ||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 70 ₪ ($20) | $61 | - 68% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 60 ₪ ($17) | $30 | - 44% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | 80 ₪ ($23) | $243 | - 91% | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 150 ₪ ($42) | $105 | - 59% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 22 ₪ ($6) | $15 | - 59% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 14 ₪ ($3.95) | $5.94 | - 33% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 12 ₪ ($3.30) | $8 | - 57% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | 3,500 ₪ ($988) | $464 | + 113% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | - | $1.03 | - | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 300 ₪ ($85) | $72 | + 18% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | 30 ₪ ($8) | $11 | - 25% | |
| TOTAL | - 37% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 16,105 prices entered by 1,884 different people.
These prices were last updated on May 12, 2025.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Palestinian Territory is 37% cheaper than in United States
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