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 1.23 times less for grocery shopping in Israel than in the United States.
Apples (1kg)
One kilogram of apples costs 12.91 PLN (3.43 USD) in Israel and 21.97 PLN (5.84 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 41.2% lower in Israel.
Banana (1kg)
1 kilogram of bananas costs 9.09 PLN (2.42 USD) in Israel and 8.99 PLN (2.39 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 1.1% lower in the United States.
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
One kilogram of beef or similar meat costs 72.18 PLN (19.19 USD) in Israel and 78.96 PLN (20.99 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 8.6% lower in Israel.
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 48.33 PLN (12.85 USD) in Israel and 67.71 PLN (18 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 28.6% lower in Israel.
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 42.25 PLN (11.23 USD) in Israel and 65.53 PLN (17.42 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 35.5% lower in Israel.
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 38.67 PLN (10.28 USD) in Israel and 60.19 PLN (16 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 35.8% lower in Israel.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 9.86 PLN (2.62 USD) in Israel and 12.08 PLN (3.21 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 18.4% lower in Israel.
Eggs (regular) (12)
You will pay 14.91 PLN (3.96 USD) for 12 eggs in Israel and 17.83 PLN (4.74 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 16.4% lower in Israel.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 12.76 PLN (3.39 USD) in Israel and 14.78 PLN (3.93 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 13.7% lower in Israel.
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey costs 104.31 PLN (27.73 USD) in Israel and 94.01 PLN (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 6.82 PLN (1.81 USD) in Israel and 10.68 PLN (2.84 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 36.1% lower in Israel.
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
One loaf of fresh white bread costs 10.19 PLN (2.71 USD) in Israel and 16.06 PLN (4.27 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 36.6% lower in Israel.
Local Cheese (1kg)
One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 60.68 PLN (16.13 USD) in Israel and 62.86 PLN (16.71 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 3.5% lower in Israel.
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
One liter of milk costs 6.61 PLN (1.76 USD) in Israel and 4.7 PLN (1.25 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 28.9% lower in the United States.
Onion (1kg)
One kilogram of onions costs 4.69 PLN (1.25 USD) in Israel and 14.67 PLN (3.9 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 68% lower in Israel.
Oranges (1kg)
One kilogram of oranges costs 7.01 PLN (1.86 USD) in Israel and 20.05 PLN (5.33 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 65% lower in Israel.
Potato (1kg)
One kilogram of potatoes costs 5.56 PLN (1.48 USD) in Israel and 16.03 PLN (4.26 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 65.3% lower in Israel.
Rice (white), (1kg)
One kilogram of white rice costs 10.63 PLN (2.83 USD) in Israel and 30.92 PLN (8.22 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 65.6% lower in Israel.
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Smirnoff Red Label vodka costs 64.14 PLN (17.05 USD) in Israel and 33.78 PLN (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 7.34 PLN (1.95 USD) in Israel and 23.51 PLN (6.25 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 68.8% lower in Israel.
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 5.92 PLN (1.57 USD) in Israel and 9.4 PLN (2.5 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 37% lower in Israel.
Restaurant
Israel vs. United States - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 1.02 times less for meals in restaurants in Israel than in the United States.
Cappuccino (regular)
For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 15.35 PLN (4.08 USD) in Israel and 19.64 PLN (5.22 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 21.8% lower in Israel.
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 11.41 PLN (3.03 USD) in Israel and 10.53 PLN (2.8 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 7.7% lower in the United States.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 34.37 PLN (9.14 USD) in Israel and 30.09 PLN (8 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 12.5% lower in the United States.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 32.22 PLN (8.57 USD) in Israel and 37.62 PLN (10 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 14.4% lower in Israel.
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 59.61 PLN (15.85 USD) in Israel and 45.14 PLN (12 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 24.3% 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 370.55 PLN (98.5 USD) in Israel and 376.18 PLN (100 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 1.5% lower in Israel.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 75.18 PLN (19.99 USD) in Israel and 94.04 PLN (25 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 20.1% lower in Israel.
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 8.67 PLN (2.3 USD) in Israel and 8.28 PLN (2.2 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 4.5% 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 6.98 PLN (1.86 USD) in Israel and 3.56 PLN (0.95 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 49% lower in the United States.
Gasoline 1L
A liter of gasoline costs 7.35 PLN (1.95 USD) in Israel and 3.45 PLN (0.92 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 53.1% lower in the United States.
LPG 1L
Transportation
Israel vs. United States - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 1.68 times less for transportation in Israel than in the United States.
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 241.66 PLN (64.24 USD) in Israel and 485.27 PLN (129 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 50.2% lower in Israel.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 6.34 PLN (1.68 USD) in Israel and 10.34 PLN (2.75 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 38.7% lower in Israel.
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 107.62 PLN (28.61 USD) in Israel and 112.85 PLN (30 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 4.6% lower in Israel.
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
The fare for each kilometer traveled is 5.37 PLN (1.43 USD) in Israel and 7 PLN (1.86 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 23.3% lower in Israel.
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
The initial fare during a taxi ride is 16 PLN (4.25 USD) in Israel and 16.93 PLN (4.5 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 5.5% 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 48.33 PLN (12.85 USD) in Israel and 67.71 PLN (18 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 28.6% lower in Israel.
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 307.47 PLN (81.74 USD) in Israel and 369.63 PLN (98.26 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 16.8% lower in Israel.
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
The cost of renting a tennis court for one hour on the weekend is 70.89 PLN (18.84 USD) in Israel and 142.95 PLN (38 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 50.4% lower in Israel.
Flats for rent
Israel vs. United States - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 2.16 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 6316 PLN (1679.11 USD) in Israel and 14297 PLN (3800.48 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 55.8% 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 4917 PLN (1307.05 USD) in Israel and 8954 PLN (2380.18 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 45.1% 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 11154 PLN (2965.17 USD) in Israel and 26686 PLN (7094.09 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 58.2% 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 7903 PLN (2100.91 USD) in Israel and 15451 PLN (4107.47 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 48.9% lower in Israel.
Flats for sale
Israel vs. United States - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 1.11 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 58483 PLN (15546.72 USD) in Israel and 53710 PLN (14277.9 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 8.2% 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 40007 PLN (10635.16 USD) in Israel and 34891 PLN (9275.19 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 12.8% lower in the United States.
Salary
Israel vs. United States - average salary. The average salary in Israel is 1.88 times lower than in the United States.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
The average monthly salary after taxes is 11982 PLN (3185.11 USD) in Israel and 22559 PLN (5996.99 USD) in the United States. The average salary is 46.9% lower in Israel.
Hotels
Israel vs. United States - prices of accommodation in hostels, guesthouses, and hotels.
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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