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Cost of Living in Kefar Yona

Kefar Yona, Central, Israel · Population 28,025

▼ -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 Kefar Yona

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 Kefar Yona 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 Kefar Yona

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Nearby Cities

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7 km away · Central

Eṭ Ṭaiyiba

8 km away · Central

Eṭ Ṭīra

9 km away · Central

Kefar Sava

15 km away · Central

Hadera

15 km away · Haifa

Bāqa el Gharbīya

16 km away · Haifa

Ra‘ananna

16 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 Kefar Yona

Kefar Yona 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 Kefar Yona 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 Kefar Yona expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₪3,758 ($1,016) per month in Kefar Yona 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 Kefar Yona?
A net salary of around ₪4,886 ($1,320) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Kefar Yona with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Kefar Yona is ₪9,990 ($2,700).
How much is rent in Kefar Yona?
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 Kefar Yona cheaper than Israel on average?
Yes — Kefar Yona 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 Kefar Yona?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₪793 ($214) in Kefar Yona. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₪35 ($9) and a cappuccino runs around ₪10 ($3).
How do transport costs in Kefar Yona compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Kefar Yona is estimated at ₪128 ($35). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Kefar Yona are estimates based on Israel national averages adjusted for city size (population 28,025). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.