Israel

Cost of Living in Jerusalem

Monthly Total

$3,134

$54,845

Housing (1BR Mid-range)

$1,438

Daily Spend (ex. rent)

$57

Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.

Monthly Cost Breakdown

Housing (Rent)

1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood

$1,438

$25,165

Utilities

Electric, water, gas, and internet

$279

$4,883

Groceries

Groceries from supermarkets

$210

$3,675

Dining Out

Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month

$288

$5,040

Transportation

Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month

$300

$5,250

Lifestyle & Entertainment

Entertainment, occasional cleaning service

$300

$5,250

Healthcare

Basic private health insurance

$294

$5,145

Phone & Subscriptions

Phone plan and streaming subscriptions

$26

$455

Monthly Total

$3,134

$54,845

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