Israel vs Israel · 55 km apart
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Jerusalem | Ashdod | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $11.13 | $10.50 | Ashdod |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $44.52 | $42.00 | Ashdod |
| Cappuccino | $3.34 | $3.15 | Ashdod |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $252 | $238 | Ashdod |
| Monthly public transport pass | $40.81 | $38.50 | Ashdod |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $108 | $102 | Ashdod |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $31.16 | $29.40 | Ashdod |
| Fitness club membership | $31.16 | $29.40 | Ashdod |
| Cinema ticket | $8.16 | $7.70 | Ashdod |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $680 | $633 | Ashdod |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $473 | $440 | Ashdod |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $1,420 | $1,320 | Ashdod |
| Total single-person budget | $1,215 | $1,140 | Ashdod |
| Average net salary | $3,180 | $3,000 |
Ashdod is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Jerusalem runs about $1,215 versus $1,140 in Ashdod — a difference of roughly 6%.
Salary-adjusted, Jerusalem 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 Jerusalem · Full cost of living in Ashdod