In Jerusalem, Israel, a family of four typically needs around $4974 per month including rent. A single person may spend about $2037 monthly.
Jerusalem is 3% more expensive overall versus the European benchmark.
Jerusalem is 25% more expensive than Columbus, without rent.
Rent in Jerusalem is, on average, 13% lower than in Columbus.
Jerusalem is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.
The cost of living in Jerusalem is largely driven by housing expenses, which can be significant. This makes it challenging for those without a strong financial background.
Food prices in Jerusalem are 4% higher than the European benchmark, making dining and grocery shopping relatively costly. This can impact overall monthly expenses.
Public transport in Jerusalem is 1% lower than the European benchmark, offering a slightly more budget-friendly option. This can be beneficial for daily commuting.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 20.4 $ |
| Dinner | 89.2 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 13.6 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 8.45 $ |
| Capuccino | 4 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 2.54 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.91 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 2.19 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.46 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 3.83 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 13.1 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 10.6 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 17 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.95 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.62 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.93 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.3 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.11 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.85 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 2.65 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 10.9 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 2.26 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 9.44 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 1.6 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 63.8 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 1.92 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 10.2 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 97.9 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 8.08 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 3.52 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 2.32 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 2.56 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 126 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 193 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 25.9 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 953 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 1,935 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 1,355 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 2,790 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 12,822 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 8,413 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 2,358 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 5.96% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 86.1 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 12.2 $ |
| Haircut | 12.8 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 112 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 91.9 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 859 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 11,066 $ |