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Cost of Living in Rishon LeẔiyyon

Rishon LeẔiyyon, Central, Israel · Population 249,860

▼ -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 Rishon LeẔiyyon

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 Rishon LeẔiyyon 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 Rishon LeẔiyyon

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Nearby Cities

Nes Ẕiyyona

2 km away · Central

Be’er Ya‘aqov

4 km away · Central

Ramla

6 km away · Central

Reẖovot

7 km away · Central

Holon

8 km away · Tel Aviv

Lod

9 km away · Central

Bat Yam

9 km away · Tel Aviv

Ben Zakkay

10 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

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

Holon

Tel Aviv · pop. 194,300

₪4,218 ($1,140) / mo

Living in Rishon LeẔiyyon

Rishon LeẔiyyon 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 Rishon LeẔiyyon 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 Rishon LeẔiyyon expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₪4,218 ($1,140) per month in Rishon LeẔiyyon 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 Rishon LeẔiyyon?
A net salary of around ₪5,483 ($1,482) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Rishon LeẔiyyon with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Rishon LeẔiyyon is ₪11,100 ($3,000).
How much is rent in Rishon LeẔiyyon?
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 Rishon LeẔiyyon cheaper than Israel on average?
Yes — Rishon LeẔiyyon 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 Rishon LeẔiyyon?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₪881 ($238) in Rishon LeẔiyyon. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₪39 ($11) and a cappuccino runs around ₪12 ($3).
How do transport costs in Rishon LeẔiyyon compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Rishon LeẔiyyon is estimated at ₪142 ($39). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Rishon LeẔiyyon are estimates based on Israel national averages adjusted for city size (population 249,860). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.