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Cost of Living in Qiryat Gat

Qiryat Gat, Southern, Israel · Population 55,000

▼ -6% vs Israel average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)₪4,218 ($1,140)
Couple, monthly₪7,672 ($2,074)
Family of four, monthly₪10,100 ($2,730)

Estimated Prices in Qiryat Gat

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant₪38.85 ($10.50)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range₪155 ($42.00)per meal
Cappuccino₪11.66 ($3.15)each
Monthly groceries (single person)₪881 ($238)per month
Monthly public transport pass₪142 ($38.50)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment₪376 ($102)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)₪109 ($29.40)per month
Fitness club membership₪109 ($29.40)per month
Cinema ticket₪28.49 ($7.70)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre₪2,340 ($633)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre₪1,628 ($440)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre₪4,884 ($1,320)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Qiryat Gat is ₪11,100 ($3,000) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ₪4,218 ($1,140) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ₪5,483 ($1,482) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (₪1,628 ($440)) represents about 39% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Qiryat Gat

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Nearby Cities

Qiryat Mal’akhi

14 km away · Southern

Sederot

19 km away · Southern

Ashqelon

21 km away · Southern

Gan Yavne

21 km away · Central

Gedera

23 km away · Central

Rahat

24 km away · Southern

Ashdod

24 km away · Southern

Bet Shemesh

26 km away · Jerusalem

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 Qiryat Gat

Qiryat Gat is one of the key cities in Israel. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is ₪4,218 ($1,140), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around ₪1,628 ($440) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to ₪10,100 ($2,730) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately ₪7,672 ($2,074) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Qiryat Gat is ₪11,100 ($3,000). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least ₪5,483 ($1,482) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Qiryat Gat expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₪4,218 ($1,140) per month in Qiryat Gat including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Israel.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Qiryat Gat?
A net salary of around ₪5,483 ($1,482) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Qiryat Gat with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Qiryat Gat is ₪11,100 ($3,000).
How much is rent in Qiryat Gat?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated ₪2,340 ($633) per month in the city centre and ₪1,628 ($440) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about ₪4,884 ($1,320).
Is Qiryat Gat cheaper than Israel on average?
Yes — Qiryat Gat is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Israel average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Qiryat Gat?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₪881 ($238) in Qiryat Gat. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₪39 ($11) and a cappuccino runs around ₪12 ($3).
How do transport costs in Qiryat Gat compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Qiryat Gat is estimated at ₪142 ($39). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Qiryat Gat are estimates based on Israel national averages adjusted for city size (population 55,000). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.