CostLens
HomeIsrael › Ra‘ananna

Cost of Living in Ra‘ananna

Ra‘ananna, Central, Israel · Population 74,000

▼ -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 Ra‘ananna

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 Ra‘ananna 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 Ra‘ananna

Ra‘ananna vs Tel Aviv-YafoRa‘ananna vs JerusalemRa‘ananna vs HaifaRa‘ananna vs Rishon LeẔiyyonRa‘ananna vs Petaẖ TiqwaRa‘ananna vs Ashdod

Nearby Cities

Herẕliyya

4 km away · Tel Aviv

Kefar Sava

4 km away · Central

Hod HaSharon

4 km away · Central

Ramat HaSharon

5 km away · Tel Aviv

Eṭ Ṭīra

10 km away · Central

Petaẖ Tiqwa

11 km away · Central

Giv‘at Shemu’él

12 km away · Central

Bené Beraq

12 km away · Tel Aviv

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 Ra‘ananna

Ra‘ananna 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 Ra‘ananna 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 Ra‘ananna expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₪4,218 ($1,140) per month in Ra‘ananna 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 Ra‘ananna?
A net salary of around ₪5,483 ($1,482) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Ra‘ananna with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Ra‘ananna is ₪11,100 ($3,000).
How much is rent in Ra‘ananna?
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 Ra‘ananna cheaper than Israel on average?
Yes — Ra‘ananna 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 Ra‘ananna?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₪881 ($238) in Ra‘ananna. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₪39 ($11) and a cappuccino runs around ₪12 ($3).
How do transport costs in Ra‘ananna compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Ra‘ananna is estimated at ₪142 ($39). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Ra‘ananna are estimates based on Israel national averages adjusted for city size (population 74,000). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.