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Cost of Living in Qiryat Yam

Qiryat Yam, Haifa, Israel · Population 42,110

▼ -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 Qiryat Yam

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 Qiryat Yam 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 Qiryat Yam

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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 Yam

Qiryat Yam 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 Qiryat Yam 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 Qiryat Yam expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₪3,758 ($1,016) per month in Qiryat Yam 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 Qiryat Yam?
A net salary of around ₪4,886 ($1,320) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Qiryat Yam with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Qiryat Yam is ₪9,990 ($2,700).
How much is rent in Qiryat Yam?
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 Qiryat Yam cheaper than Israel on average?
Yes — Qiryat Yam 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 Qiryat Yam?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₪793 ($214) in Qiryat Yam. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₪35 ($9) and a cappuccino runs around ₪10 ($3).
How do transport costs in Qiryat Yam compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Qiryat Yam is estimated at ₪128 ($35). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Qiryat Yam are estimates based on Israel national averages adjusted for city size (population 42,110). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.