Cost of Living & Prices:
Israel vs. United States
Compare the cost of living and prices of goods and services, such as consumer goods prices, housing costs, average wages and more, to learn about differences and similarities between countries.
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Grocery
Israel vs. United States - grocery purchase prices. You would pay on average 1.27 times less for grocery shopping in Israel than in the United States.
Apples (1kg)
One kilogram of apples costs 3.3 USD in Israel and 5.84 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 43.5% lower in Israel.
Banana (1kg)
1 kilogram of bananas costs 2.32 USD in Israel and 2.39 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 2.9% lower in Israel.
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
One kilogram of beef or similar meat costs 18.47 USD in Israel and 20.99 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 12% lower in Israel.
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 12.37 USD in Israel and 18 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 31.3% lower in Israel.
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 10.81 USD in Israel and 17.42 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 37.9% lower in Israel.
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 9.89 USD in Israel and 16 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 38.2% lower in Israel.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 2.52 USD in Israel and 3.21 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 21.5% lower in Israel.
Eggs (regular) (12)
You will pay 3.81 USD for 12 eggs in Israel and 4.74 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 19.6% lower in Israel.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 3.26 USD in Israel and 3.93 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 17% lower in Israel.
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey costs 27.73 USD in Israel and 24.99 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 9.9% lower in the United States.
Lettuce (1 head)
One head of lettuce costs 1.75 USD in Israel and 2.84 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 38.4% lower in Israel.
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
One loaf of fresh white bread costs 2.61 USD in Israel and 4.27 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 38.9% lower in Israel.
Local Cheese (1kg)
One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 15.53 USD in Israel and 16.71 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 7.1% lower in Israel.
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
One liter of milk costs 1.69 USD in Israel and 1.25 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 26% lower in the United States.
Onion (1kg)
One kilogram of onions costs 1.2 USD in Israel and 3.9 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 69.2% lower in Israel.
Oranges (1kg)
One kilogram of oranges costs 1.79 USD in Israel and 5.33 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 66.4% lower in Israel.
Potato (1kg)
One kilogram of potatoes costs 1.42 USD in Israel and 4.26 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 66.7% lower in Israel.
Rice (white), (1kg)
One kilogram of white rice costs 2.72 USD in Israel and 8.22 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 66.9% lower in Israel.
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Smirnoff Red Label vodka costs 17.05 USD in Israel and 8.98 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 47.3% lower in the United States.
Tomato (1kg)
One kilogram of tomatoes costs 1.88 USD in Israel and 6.25 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 69.9% lower in Israel.
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 1.51 USD in Israel and 2.5 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 39.6% lower in Israel.
Restaurant
Israel vs. United States - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 1.06 times less for meals in restaurants in Israel than in the United States.
Cappuccino (regular)
For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 3.93 USD in Israel and 5.22 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 24.7% lower in Israel.
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 2.92 USD in Israel and 2.8 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 4.1% lower in the United States.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 8.79 USD in Israel and 8 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 9% lower in the United States.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 8.24 USD in Israel and 10 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 17.6% lower in Israel.
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 15.25 USD in Israel and 12 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 21.3% lower in the United States.
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
A three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs 94.81 USD in Israel and 100 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 5.2% lower in Israel.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 19.24 USD in Israel and 25 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 23% lower in Israel.
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 2.22 USD in Israel and 2.2 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 0.9% lower in the United States.
Fuel
Israel vs. United States - expenses related to fuel. You would pay 2.04 times more for fuel in Israel than in the United States.
Diesel 1L
A liter of diesel costs 1.86 USD in Israel and 0.95 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 48.9% lower in the United States.
Gasoline 1L
A liter of gasoline costs 1.95 USD in Israel and 0.92 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 52.8% lower in the United States.
LPG 1L
Transportation
Israel vs. United States - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 1.74 times less for transportation in Israel than in the United States.
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 61.83 USD in Israel and 129 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 52.1% lower in Israel.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 1.62 USD in Israel and 2.75 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 41.1% lower in Israel.
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 27.54 USD in Israel and 30 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 8.2% lower in Israel.
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
The fare for each kilometer traveled is 1.37 USD in Israel and 1.86 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 26.3% lower in Israel.
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
The initial fare during a taxi ride is 4.09 USD in Israel and 4.5 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 9.1% lower in Israel.
Sports & entertainment
Israel vs. United States - costs related to entertainment and sports.
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
The ticket price for a foreign film in the cinema is 12.37 USD in Israel and 18 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 31.3% lower in Israel.
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 78.67 USD in Israel and 98.26 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 19.9% lower in Israel.
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
The cost of renting a tennis court for one hour on the weekend is 18.14 USD in Israel and 38 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 52.3% lower in Israel.
Flats for rent
Israel vs. United States - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 2.24 times less for renting an apartment in Israel than in the United States.
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 1616 USD in Israel and 3800 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 57.5% lower in Israel.
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 1258 USD in Israel and 2380 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 47.1% lower in Israel.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 2854 USD in Israel and 7094 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 59.8% lower in Israel.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 2022 USD in Israel and 4107 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 50.8% lower in Israel.
Flats for sale
Israel vs. United States - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 1.07 times more for buying an apartment in Israel than in the United States.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre
For one square meter of an apartment in the city center you will pay 14964 USD in Israel and 14278 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 4.6% lower in the United States.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre
For one square meter of an apartment outside the city center, you will pay 10237 USD in Israel and 9275 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 9.4% lower in the United States.
Salary
Israel vs. United States - average salary. The average salary in Israel is 1.96 times lower than in the United States.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
The average monthly salary after taxes is 3066 USD in Israel and 5997 USD in the United States. The average salary is 48.9% lower in Israel.
Hotels
Israel vs. United States - prices of accommodation in hostels, guesthouses, and hotels.
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Two stars
Three stars
Four stars
Five stars
Average accommodation prices based on Expedia.com data • Update: 15 Dec 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Dec 2024) • Israel: 2 cities, 30 hotels • United States: 20 cities, 3762 hotels