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| Expense | Majdal Shams | Ashdod | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $9.45 | $10.50 | Majdal Shams |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $37.80 | $42.00 | Majdal Shams |
| Cappuccino | $2.84 | $3.15 | Majdal Shams |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $214 | $238 | Majdal Shams |
| Monthly public transport pass | $34.65 | $38.50 | Majdal Shams |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $91.35 | $102 | Majdal Shams |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $26.46 | $29.40 | Majdal Shams |
| Fitness club membership | $26.46 | $29.40 | Majdal Shams |
| Cinema ticket | $6.93 | $7.70 | Majdal Shams |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $554 | $633 | Majdal Shams |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $386 | $440 | Majdal Shams |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $1,157 | $1,320 | Majdal Shams |
| Total single-person budget | $1,016 | $1,140 | Majdal Shams |
| Average net salary | $2,700 | $3,000 |
Majdal Shams is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Majdal Shams runs about $1,016 versus $1,140 in Ashdod — a difference of roughly 12%.
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 Majdal Shams · Full cost of living in Ashdod