Cost of Living in Israel (2026)

COL Index: 89.6% of U.S. national average · Updated for 2026

Cost of Living Index

89.6%

vs U.S. average (100%)

Relative Cost

Slightly Below

Compared to U.S.

Currency

ILS

Salary Data

10 Jobs

Top 10 highest paying

Top 10 Jobs in Israel — COL-Adjusted Salaries

Rank	Job Title	Local Salary	COL-Adjusted (ILS)
1	Surgeons / Doctors	68,461–223,923 ILS/mo	76,409–249,913 ILS/mo
2	Judges	57,526–188,267 ILS/mo	64,202–210,119 ILS/mo
3	Lawyers	46,591–152,610 ILS/mo	52,000–170,322 ILS/mo
4	Bank Managers	43,881–143,577 ILS/mo	48,973–160,243 ILS/mo
5	Chief Executive Officers	41,124–134,544 ILS/mo	45,899–150,161 ILS/mo
6	Chief Financial Officers	38,366–125,511 ILS/mo	42,820–140,078 ILS/mo
7	Orthodontists	36,988–121,232 ILS/mo	41,281–135,305 ILS/mo
8	College Professors	32,899–107,445 ILS/mo	36,719–119,917 ILS/mo
9	Pilots	27,432–89,855 ILS/mo	30,618–100,285 ILS/mo
10	Marketing Directors	24,674–80,822 ILS/mo	27,539–90,202 ILS/mo

* COL-adjusted salary is shown in ILS, restated at the purchasing power implied by the cost of living index for Israel.

Salary vs. Cost of Living by Category in Israel

Category	Avg. Salary (Local)	COL-Adjusted (ILS)	Purchasing Power
AI & Machine Learning	65,894 ILS	73,541 ILS	+12%
Finance & Accounting	65,133 ILS	72,694 ILS	+12%
Business Administration	72,597 ILS	81,023 ILS	+12%
Advertising	55,177 ILS	61,583 ILS	+12%
Architecture	55,981 ILS	62,478 ILS	+12%
Automotive & Car Industry	53,975 ILS	60,240 ILS	+12%
Aviation	66,464 ILS	74,178 ILS	+12%
Banking	78,064 ILS	87,124 ILS	+12%
Construction	53,414 ILS	59,614 ILS	+12%
Counseling	53,205 ILS	59,381 ILS	+12%
Customer Service	42,783 ILS	47,749 ILS	+12%
Education & Teaching	55,872 ILS	62,356 ILS	+12%
Energy	60,711 ILS	67,758 ILS	+12%
Engineering	50,960 ILS	56,876 ILS	+12%
Manufacturing	58,239 ILS	64,998 ILS	+12%
Fitness & Sports	38,742 ILS	43,238 ILS	+12%
Hospitality	55,406 ILS	61,838 ILS	+12%
Healthcare	144,195 ILS	160,932 ILS	+12%
Human Resources	53,837 ILS	60,084 ILS	+12%
Import & Export	41,828 ILS	46,683 ILS	+12%
Insurance	60,569 ILS	67,599 ILS	+12%
Information Technology	54,864 ILS	61,231 ILS	+12%
Law & Legal Services	85,005 ILS	94,872 ILS	+12%
Marketing	59,713 ILS	66,644 ILS	+12%
Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology	76,923 ILS	85,851 ILS	+12%
Public Relations	50,014 ILS	55,818 ILS	+12%
Procurement	55,239 ILS	61,649 ILS	+12%
Quality Control	48,493 ILS	54,120 ILS	+12%
Real Estate	64,229 ILS	71,684 ILS	+12%
Sales	65,085 ILS	72,638 ILS	+12%
Telecommunications	48,408 ILS	54,027 ILS	+12%

Cost of Living in Israel — Overview

The cost of living in Israel is 89.6% of the U.S. national average. This means the cost of living in Israel is roughly comparable to the U.S. national average.

Purchasing Power in Israel

A salary with the purchasing power of the U.S. national average works out at approximately 412,946 ILS in Israel for the same standard of living.

Cost of Living Categories in Israel

Housing

Housing in countries with a cost index of 89.6% tends to be the largest expense, often consuming 30-40% of income. Rent, utilities, and property costs vary significantly between urban and rural areas.

Food

Groceries and dining out in countries at 89.6% COL can vary widely. Local markets offer lower prices while imported goods cost more. Cooking at home is generally more affordable.

Transportation

Public transit and fuel costs in a 89.6% COL country. Many countries have efficient public transportation systems that reduce the need for personal vehicles.

Healthcare

Healthcare costs and insurance in 89.6% COL countries. Some countries have universal healthcare systems that significantly reduce out-of-pocket expenses.

Education

Education and childcare costs vary greatly with COL index. Public education is often subsidized while international schools charge premium fees.

Utilities

Electricity, water, internet, and other essential services. Weather patterns affect utility usage and costs significantly.

Clothing

Apparel costs in 89.6% COL environments. Imported brands cost more while local clothing is generally affordable.

Entertainment

Leisure activities and entertainment expenses. Costs for cinema, dining, and recreational activities scale with the overall COL index.

Salary Overview — Top 10 Jobs

Monthly salary in ILS · singhyogendra.com.np

Surgeons / Doctors68,461 – 223,923146,192 ILS
Judges57,526 – 188,267122,897 ILS
Lawyers46,591 – 152,61099,601 ILS
Bank Managers43,881 – 143,57793,729 ILS
Chief Executive Officers41,124 – 134,54487,834 ILS
Chief Financial Officers38,366 – 125,51181,939 ILS
Orthodontists36,988 – 121,23279,110 ILS
College Professors32,899 – 107,44570,172 ILS
Pilots27,432 – 89,85558,644 ILS
Marketing Directors24,674 – 80,82252,748 ILS

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Top Paying Jobs in Israel

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Best Paying Jobs in Israel

Take-Home Pay in Israel

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Take-Home Pay in Israel

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Israel?

The cost of living in Israel is 89.6% of the U.S. national average. This means it is less expensive than living in the average U.S. city.

How is the cost of living in Israel calculated?

The cost of living index is based on prices for housing, food, transportation, healthcare, and other goods and services compared to the U.S. national average of 100.

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Israel?

Salaries in Israel should be adjusted by the cost of living index to keep the same purchasing power. A salary equivalent to the U.S. national average corresponds to roughly 412,946 ILS in Israel.