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| Expense | Ben Zakkay | Ashdod | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $9.77 | $10.50 | Ben Zakkay |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $39.06 | $42.00 | Ben Zakkay |
| Cappuccino | $2.93 | $3.15 | Ben Zakkay |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $221 | $238 | Ben Zakkay |
| Monthly public transport pass | $35.81 | $38.50 | Ben Zakkay |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $94.40 | $102 | Ben Zakkay |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $27.34 | $29.40 | Ben Zakkay |
| Fitness club membership | $27.34 | $29.40 | Ben Zakkay |
| Cinema ticket | $7.16 | $7.70 | Ben Zakkay |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $578 | $633 | Ben Zakkay |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $402 | $440 | Ben Zakkay |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $1,206 | $1,320 | Ben Zakkay |
| Total single-person budget | $1,053 | $1,140 | Ben Zakkay |
| Average net salary | $2,790 | $3,000 |
Ben Zakkay is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Ben Zakkay runs about $1,053 versus $1,140 in Ashdod — a difference of roughly 8%.
Salary-adjusted, Ashdod leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.
Full cost of living in Ben Zakkay · Full cost of living in Ashdod