CostLens
HomeIsrael › Qiryat Moẕqin

Cost of Living in Qiryat Moẕqin

Qiryat Moẕqin, Haifa, Israel · Population 51,349

▼ -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 Moẕqin

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 Moẕqin 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 Moẕqin

Qiryat Moẕqin vs Tel Aviv-YafoQiryat Moẕqin vs JerusalemQiryat Moẕqin vs HaifaQiryat Moẕqin vs Rishon LeẔiyyonQiryat Moẕqin vs Petaẖ TiqwaQiryat Moẕqin vs Ashdod

Nearby Cities

Qiryat Yam

1 km away · Haifa

Qiryat Bialik

1 km away · Haifa

Qiryat Ata

5 km away · Haifa

Haifa

8 km away · Haifa

Nesher

8 km away · Haifa

Shefar‘am

9 km away · Northern

‘Akko

10 km away · Northern

Tamra

12 km away · Northern

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 Moẕqin

Qiryat Moẕqin 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 Moẕqin 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 Moẕqin expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₪4,218 ($1,140) per month in Qiryat Moẕqin 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 Moẕqin?
A net salary of around ₪5,483 ($1,482) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Qiryat Moẕqin with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Qiryat Moẕqin is ₪11,100 ($3,000).
How much is rent in Qiryat Moẕqin?
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 Moẕqin cheaper than Israel on average?
Yes — Qiryat Moẕqin 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 Moẕqin?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₪881 ($238) in Qiryat Moẕqin. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₪39 ($11) and a cappuccino runs around ₪12 ($3).
How do transport costs in Qiryat Moẕqin compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Qiryat Moẕqin is estimated at ₪142 ($39). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Qiryat Moẕqin are estimates based on Israel national averages adjusted for city size (population 51,349). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.