Israel🇮🇱
At a Glance
How Israel compares across key indices
Cost of Living
98 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
84/100
Healthcare
76/100
Quality of Life
172/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Israel
Cost of Living
98
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
73
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
98
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
102
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Low RiskHow safe residents feel in Israel - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
84/100
Crime Index
7/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in Israel
Israel has 106 modeled cities; this view starts with 40 curated or popular options. Monthly costs for a single person range from $1,931 in Ness Ziona to $2,493 in Jerusalem. Ness Ziona leads on safety, scoring 88/100. Ness Ziona ranks highest for quality of life at 171/200.
Ness Ziona
$1,931/mo
Ness Ziona
88/100
Ness Ziona
171/200
Jerusalem
87/100
| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jerusalem | $2,493 | 80/100 | 164/200 | 87/100 | 44 |
| Tel Aviv | $2,152 | 83/100 | 167/200 | 79/100 | 38 |
| West Jerusalem | $2,143 | 84/100 | 168/200 | 79/100 | 37 |
| Haifa | $2,109 | 84/100 | 168/200 | 78/100 | 36 |
| Rishon LeTsiyyon | $2,098 | 85/100 | 168/200 | 78/100 | 36 |
| Petaẖ Tiqva | $2,098 | 85/100 | 168/200 | 78/100 | 36 |
| Netanya | $2,088 | 85/100 | 168/200 | 77/100 | 35 |
| Ashdod | $2,085 | 85/100 | 168/200 | 77/100 | 35 |
| Bnei Brak | $2,081 | 85/100 | 168/200 | 77/100 | 35 |
| H̱olon | $2,070 | 85/100 | 169/200 | 77/100 | 35 |
| Beersheba | $2,066 | 85/100 | 169/200 | 77/100 | 34 |
| Ramat Gan | $2,057 | 85/100 | 169/200 | 76/100 | 34 |
| Reẖovot | $2,042 | 86/100 | 169/200 | 76/100 | 34 |
| Ashkelon | $2,040 | 86/100 | 169/200 | 76/100 | 33 |
| Bat Yam | $2,027 | 86/100 | 169/200 | 76/100 | 33 |
| Bet Shemesh | $2,025 | 86/100 | 169/200 | 75/100 | 33 |
| Kfar Saba | $2,012 | 86/100 | 169/200 | 75/100 | 32 |
| Jaffa | $2,002 | 87/100 | 170/200 | 75/100 | 32 |
| Herzliya | $2,000 | 87/100 | 170/200 | 75/100 | 32 |
| Hadera | $2,000 | 87/100 | 170/200 | 75/100 | 32 |
| Modi‘in Makkabbim Re‘ut | $1,995 | 87/100 | 170/200 | 74/100 | 32 |
| Nazareth | $1,976 | 87/100 | 170/200 | 74/100 | 31 |
| Lod | $1,976 | 87/100 | 170/200 | 74/100 | 31 |
| Modiin Ilit | $1,974 | 87/100 | 170/200 | 74/100 | 31 |
| Ramla | $1,974 | 87/100 | 170/200 | 74/100 | 31 |
| Ra'anana | $1,974 | 87/100 | 170/200 | 74/100 | 31 |
| Rosh Ha‘Ayin | $1,970 | 87/100 | 170/200 | 74/100 | 31 |
| Hod HaSharon | $1,955 | 88/100 | 170/200 | 73/100 | 30 |
| Kiryat Gat | $1,952 | 88/100 | 170/200 | 73/100 | 30 |
| Givatayim | $1,950 | 88/100 | 170/200 | 73/100 | 30 |
| Qiryat Ata | $1,948 | 88/100 | 170/200 | 73/100 | 30 |
| Nahariyya | $1,946 | 88/100 | 170/200 | 73/100 | 30 |
| Umm el Faḥm | $1,944 | 88/100 | 171/200 | 73/100 | 30 |
| Eilat | $1,935 | 88/100 | 171/200 | 73/100 | 29 |
| Acre | $1,933 | 88/100 | 171/200 | 73/100 | 29 |
| Ness Ziona | $1,931 | 88/100 | 171/200 | 72/100 | 29 |
| El‘ad | $1,931 | 88/100 | 171/200 | 72/100 | 29 |
| Yavné | $1,931 | 88/100 | 171/200 | 72/100 | 29 |
| Ramat HaSharon | $1,931 | 88/100 | 171/200 | 72/100 | 29 |
| Karmi’el | $1,931 | 88/100 | 171/200 | 72/100 | 29 |
Freedom Abroad estimates are modeled for a single person including rent. Pollution: lower score = cleaner air. Click column headers to sort.
Compare Cities Side by Side
Detailed comparison of cost of living, safety, and quality of life
Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Israel
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Environment
CleanAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Israel
Pollution Index
37/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
18.6ug/m3
Moderate
Environmental Quality
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Israel, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Israel?
Israel has a cost of living index of 98 relative to New York City (100). It is on par with or more expensive than major US cities. Monthly costs for a single person start around $2,002 in Jaffa and reach $2,493 in Jerusalem.
What is the cheapest city in Israel for expats?
Jaffa is the most affordable city in Israel in Freedom Abroad estimates, with estimated monthly costs of $2,002 for a single person including rent. Kfar Saba is the next most affordable at $2,012/mo.
Is Israel safe for expats?
Israel has a safety index of 84/100, making it very safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Jaffa scores highest on safety at 87/100.
What is the best city in Israel for expats and digital nomads?
Jaffa ranks highest for quality of life in Israel, scoring 170/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $2,002/mo for a single person.
How good is healthcare in Israel?
Israel scores 76/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it excellent by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
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