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Cost of Living in Be’er Ya‘aqov

Be’er Ya‘aqov, Central, Israel · Population 29,852

▼ -16% vs Israel average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)₪3,758 ($1,016)
Couple, monthly₪6,825 ($1,845)
Family of four, monthly₪8,976 ($2,426)

Estimated Prices in Be’er Ya‘aqov

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant₪34.97 ($9.45)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range₪140 ($37.80)per meal
Cappuccino₪10.49 ($2.84)each
Monthly groceries (single person)₪793 ($214)per month
Monthly public transport pass₪128 ($34.65)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment₪338 ($91.35)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)₪97.90 ($26.46)per month
Fitness club membership₪97.90 ($26.46)per month
Cinema ticket₪25.64 ($6.93)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre₪2,051 ($554)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre₪1,427 ($386)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre₪4,281 ($1,157)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Be’er Ya‘aqov is ₪9,990 ($2,700) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ₪3,758 ($1,016) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ₪4,886 ($1,320) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (₪1,427 ($386)) represents about 38% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Be’er Ya‘aqov

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Nearby Cities

Ramla

3 km away · Central

Rishon LeẔiyyon

4 km away · Central

Nes Ẕiyyona

4 km away · Central

Lod

6 km away · Central

Reẖovot

7 km away · Central

Or Yehuda

10 km away · Tel Aviv

Holon

11 km away · Tel Aviv

Yehud

11 km away · Central

Other Major Cities in Israel

Tel Aviv-Yafo

Tel Aviv · pop. 1,388,400

₪5,627 ($1,521) / mo

Jerusalem

Jerusalem · pop. 936,425

₪4,496 ($1,215) / mo

Haifa

Haifa · pop. 600,000

₪4,496 ($1,215) / mo

Rishon LeẔiyyon

Central · pop. 249,860

₪4,218 ($1,140) / mo

Petaẖ Tiqwa

Central · pop. 236,169

₪4,218 ($1,140) / mo

Ashdod

Southern · pop. 220,174

₪4,218 ($1,140) / mo

Netanya

Central · pop. 217,200

₪4,218 ($1,140) / mo

Beersheba

Southern · pop. 209,000

₪4,218 ($1,140) / mo

Living in Be’er Ya‘aqov

Be’er Ya‘aqov is one of the key cities in Israel. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is ₪3,758 ($1,016), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around ₪1,427 ($386) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to ₪8,976 ($2,426) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately ₪6,825 ($1,845) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Be’er Ya‘aqov is ₪9,990 ($2,700). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least ₪4,886 ($1,320) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Be’er Ya‘aqov expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₪3,758 ($1,016) per month in Be’er Ya‘aqov including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Israel.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Be’er Ya‘aqov?
A net salary of around ₪4,886 ($1,320) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Be’er Ya‘aqov with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Be’er Ya‘aqov is ₪9,990 ($2,700).
How much is rent in Be’er Ya‘aqov?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated ₪2,051 ($554) per month in the city centre and ₪1,427 ($386) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about ₪4,281 ($1,157).
Is Be’er Ya‘aqov cheaper than Israel on average?
Yes — Be’er Ya‘aqov is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Israel average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Be’er Ya‘aqov?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₪793 ($214) in Be’er Ya‘aqov. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₪35 ($9) and a cappuccino runs around ₪10 ($3).
How do transport costs in Be’er Ya‘aqov compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Be’er Ya‘aqov is estimated at ₪128 ($35). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Be’er Ya‘aqov are estimates based on Israel national averages adjusted for city size (population 29,852). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.