Cost of living in Palestinian Territory compared to New Zealand
Currency:
| Food | + 16% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Palestinian Territory is 16% more expensive than in New Zealand | ||||
| Palestinian Territory | New Zealand | Diff | ||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 94 ₪ (NZ$45) | NZ$25 | + 75% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | 35 ₪ (NZ$17) | NZ$16 | + 6% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 39 ₪ (NZ$18) | NZ$8 | + 137% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 7 ₪ (NZ$3.10) | NZ$2.18 | + 42% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 25 ₪ (NZ$12) | NZ$10 | + 16% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 8 ₪ (NZ$3.80) | NZ$7 | - 43% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 18 ₪ (NZ$9) | NZ$8 | + 5% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 8 ₪ (NZ$3.80) | NZ$4.97 | - 23% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 5.00 ₪ (NZ$2.38) | NZ$3.66 | - 35% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 7 ₪ (NZ$3.33) | NZ$7 | - 50% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 50 ₪ (NZ$24) | NZ$20 | + 22% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | 7 ₪ (NZ$3.10) | NZ$4.41 | - 30% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 2.52 ₪ (NZ$1.20) | NZ$2.25 | - 47% | |
| Housing | - 51% | |||
| Housing in Palestinian Territory is 51% cheaper than in New Zealand | ||||
| Palestinian Territory | New Zealand | Diff | ||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | 2,856 ₪ (NZ$1,358) | NZ$3,315 | - 59% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | 1,800 ₪ (NZ$856) | NZ$2,559 | - 67% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 330 ₪ (NZ$157) | NZ$203 | - 23% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | 3,000 ₪ (NZ$1,426) | NZ$2,476 | - 42% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | 2,500 ₪ (NZ$1,188) | NZ$1,943 | - 39% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | 526 ₪ (NZ$250) | NZ$169 | + 47% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | 55 ₪ (NZ$26) | NZ$78 | - 67% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | 995 ₪ (NZ$473) | NZ$679 | - 30% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | 564 ₪ (NZ$268) | NZ$194 | + 38% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 32 ₪ (NZ$15) | NZ$20 | - 24% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 13 ₪ (NZ$5.94) | NZ$39 | - 85% | |
| Clothes | + 73% | |||
| Clothes in Palestinian Territory is 73% more expensive than in New Zealand | ||||
| Palestinian Territory | New Zealand | Diff | ||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | 450 ₪ (NZ$214) | NZ$138 | + 55% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | 400 ₪ (NZ$190) | NZ$83 | + 128% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | 400 ₪ (NZ$190) | NZ$205 | - 7% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 600 ₪ (NZ$285) | NZ$194 | + 47% | |
| Transportation | - 32% | |||
| Transportation in Palestinian Territory is 32% cheaper than in New Zealand | ||||
| Palestinian Territory | New Zealand | Diff | ||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 133,069 ₪ (NZ$63,253) | NZ$47,061 | + 34% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 7 ₪ (NZ$3.33) | NZ$2.78 | + 20% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | 150 ₪ (NZ$71) | NZ$161 | - 56% | |
| Personal Care | - 1% | |||
| Personal Care in Palestinian Territory is about the same as in New Zealand | ||||
| Palestinian Territory | New Zealand | Diff | ||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 10 ₪ (NZ$4.75) | NZ$13 | - 64% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 15 ₪ (NZ$7) | NZ$5.00 | + 43% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | 100 ₪ (NZ$48) | NZ$67 | - 29% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | 43 ₪ (NZ$20) | NZ$7 | + 193% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 17 ₪ (NZ$8) | NZ$5.66 | + 43% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 16 ₪ (NZ$8) | NZ$8 | - 7% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 5.96 ₪ (NZ$2.83) | NZ$3.04 | - 7% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 16 ₪ (NZ$8) | NZ$3.30 | + 131% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 35 ₪ (NZ$17) | NZ$36 | - 53% | |
| Entertainment | - 21% | |||
| Entertainment in Palestinian Territory is 21% cheaper than in New Zealand | ||||
| Palestinian Territory | New Zealand | Diff | ||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 70 ₪ (NZ$33) | NZ$65 | - 49% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 60 ₪ (NZ$29) | NZ$39 | - 27% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | 80 ₪ (NZ$38) | NZ$251 | - 85% | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 150 ₪ (NZ$71) | NZ$112 | - 36% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 22 ₪ (NZ$10) | NZ$19 | - 45% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 14 ₪ (NZ$7) | NZ$5.79 | + 15% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 12 ₪ (NZ$5.55) | NZ$13 | - 58% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | 3,500 ₪ (NZ$1,664) | NZ$1,174 | + 42% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | - | NZ$0.51 | - | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 300 ₪ (NZ$143) | NZ$71 | + 102% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | 30 ₪ (NZ$14) | NZ$40 | - 64% | |
| TOTAL | - 22% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 606 prices entered by 57 different people.
These prices were last updated on May 04, 2025.
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Cost of living in Palestinian Territory is 22% cheaper than in New Zealand
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