What are the prices in Tel Aviv?Wondering how much dinner costs?What is the cost of accommodation?How much money do I need for shopping in a supermarket in Tel Aviv?
Ron Jordan recently visited Tel Aviv and prepared this article about prices in Tel Aviv.Find out about average prices in Tel Aviv, including food prices, restaurants, beer, accommodation, transportation and more.Tel Aviv is a part of Israel.What currency is accepted in Tel Aviv?How much money can I bring into Israel?
What currency is used in Tel Aviv?
Here is information about currency:
The currency of Israel is Israeli New Sheqel (ILS).1₪ (Shekel) is divided into 100 Agorat.There are 5 different coins: 10, 0.5₪, 2₪, 5₪, 10₪.There are 4 different bank notes with the following values: 20₪, 50₪, 100₪, 200₪.To avoid unexpected risks of receiving fake money, we reccommend checking the currency when trading.Be especially careful with those banknotes: 200₪, 100₪.The current exchange rate of Israeli New Sheqel (ILS) is: $1 USD = 3.80 ILS. (Data updated: today)
- For 1$ United States dollar (USD) you can get: 3.76ILS Israeli New Sheqel (ILS)
- For 1€ Euro you can get: 4.09ILS Israeli New Sheqel (ILS)
- For 1£ British Pound (GBP) you can get: 4.78ILS Israeli New Sheqel (ILS)
- For 1₽ Russian ruble (RUB) you can get: 0.04ILS Israeli New Sheqel (ILS)
Is Tel Aviv an expensive city?
Average prices in Tel Aviv are higher than in United States.If you do your shopping in Tel Aviv you have to pay 1.06 times more for it than in United States.The average accommodation cost in Tel Aviv range from: 43USD (161ILS) in hostel to 169USD (637ILS) in 3 star hotel.Price per night in a luxury hotel in Tel Aviv is about 414USD (1,500ILS).
Using public transport in Tel Aviv comes at a cost of: 1.60USD (5.90ILS) for a one-way ticket.The price for renting a car in Tel Aviv (e.g. Volkswagen Golf or Toyota Corolla) to 37,000USD (141,000ILS).If you prefer taxi, remember that the price of a taxi in Tel Aviv depends on several factors.Taxi starting price is about: 4.00USD (15ILS).For 1 km ride in Tel Aviv you have to pay about: 1.30USD (5.00ILS).
See also how prices have changed in previous years: Price changes in previous years in Tel Aviv
Tel Aviv Prices 2020
Cost of living in Tel Aviv is:
- 1.09 times lower than in Washington
- 1.10 times higher than in Jacksonville
- 1.10 times higher than in Houston
- 1.06 times higher than in Oklahoma City
- 1.30 times lower than in New York City
Is food expensive in Tel Aviv?
Food prices in supermarkets are lower than in United States.For example, in Tel Aviv you have to pay for:
- Bottle or carton of milk (1 liter): 1.60USD (6.10ILS)
- Popular yellow cheese (1 kg): 15USD (57ILS)
- A bottle of beer from a known brand: 3.20USD (12ILS)
- A sausage or cold cuts (1 kg): 28USD (104ILS)
- A mid-range wine (one bottle): 12USD (45ILS)
How much money do I need for a week's stay in Tel Aviv?
If you want to spend a week in Tel Aviv the cost of your stay will be:
- 768USD (2,800ILS) - a cheap stay for 7 days in Tel Aviv
- 1,000USD (3,800ILS) - a budget travel for 7 days in Tel Aviv
- 1,900USD (7,400ILS) for a one week of comfortable stay in Tel Aviv
- 4,800USD (18,000ILS) for a week of luxury holidays in Tel Aviv
What is a cost of meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) in Tel Aviv? What is the average cost of lunch in Tel Aviv?
In Tel Aviv, a typical fast food meal costs: 15USD (56ILS) for a McMeal at McDonalds or BurgerKing (or similar combo meal), and 4.40USD (17ILS) for a cheeseburger.For coffee lovers: cappuccino coffee 3.80USD (14ILS) and espresso 2.70USD (10ILS).
More information about meals budget you can find in our: Travel cost guide.
How much do cigarettes cost in Tel Aviv?
Cigarettes are more expensive in Tel Aviv than in United States.Average cost of a pack of local cigarettes is 7.70USD (29ILS).For more famous brands such: Dunhill, Davidoff, Gauloises you have to pay about 9.60USD (36ILS).
Bellow you can find information about food and beverages prices in supermarkets and groceries.You can read also about prices in hotels, cafes and restaurants in Tel Aviv.
Average prices in restaurants and pubs, transportation, taxi, groceries, salaries, food, hotels and rentals in Tel Aviv.
Currency: Israeli New Sheqel
How much is a hotel in Tel Aviv?
Average hotel price in Tel Aviv is 2.06 times bigger than average price in United States
| Average hotel price in Tel Aviv is: | 677 ILS | 180 USD | 166 EURO | 16,912 RUB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hostels prices in Tel Aviv are around: | 161 ILS | 43 USD | 39 EURO | 4,020 RUB |
| Price of 2 star hotel in Tel Aviv is around: | 302 ILS | 80 USD | 74 EURO | 7,536 RUB |
| Price of 3 star hotel in Tel Aviv is around: | 637 ILS | 169 USD | 156 EURO | 15,922 RUB |
| Price of 4 star hotel in Tel Aviv is around: | 958 ILS | 255 USD | 234 EURO | 23,946 RUB |
| Price of 5 star hotel in Tel Aviv is around: | 1,557 ILS | 414 USD | 381 EURO | 38,917 RUB |
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How much does it cost to rent a car in Tel Aviv?
Car rental average prices in Tel Aviv
| Car | Price |
|---|---|
| Average price | 169USD (636ILS) |
| Car Mini | 71USD (267ILS) |
| Economy car | 85USD (320ILS) |
| Compact car | 117USD (440ILS) |
| SUV | 216USD (812ILS) |
| Passenger Van | 202USD (760ILS) |
| Luxury car | 311USD (1,100ILS) |
Is food expensive in Tel Aviv? How much does an inexpensive meal cost in Tel Aviv?
Prices in restaurants in Tel Aviv.
| Meal in a cheap restaurant | 70 ILS (46-100) | 19 USD (12-27) | 17 EUR (11-24) |
| Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course | 345 ILS (250-450) | 92 USD (66-120) | 84 EUR (61-110) |
| McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) | 56 ILS (50-60) | 15 USD (13-16) | 14 EUR (12-15) |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) | 32 ILS (20-40) | 8.50 USD (5.30-11) | 7.80 EUR (4.90-9.80) |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 30 ILS (18-36) | 8.00 USD (4.80-9.60) | 7.30 EUR (4.40-8.80) |
| co*ke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) | 11 ILS (8.00-14) | 2.80 USD (2.10-3.70) | 2.60 EUR (2.00-3.40) |
| Water (0.33 liter bottle) | 8.10 ILS (6.00-10.00) | 2.10 USD (1.60-2.70) | 2.00 EUR (1.50-2.40) |
| Cappuccino (regular) | 14 ILS (12-22) | 3.80 USD (3.20-5.80) | 3.50 EUR (2.90-5.40) |
| Espresso Coffee | 10 ILS (8.40-15) | 2.70 USD (2.20-4.10) | 2.40 EUR (2.10-3.80) |
| Cheeseburger (fastfood) | 17 ILS (15-18) | 4.40 USD (4.00-4.80) | 4.10 EUR (3.70-4.40) |
Can you eat cheaply in Tel Aviv?
How much should you pay for cheese, eggs, milk or oranges in Tel Aviv?
Prices in supermarkets in Tel Aviv.
| Milk (regular), (1 liter) | 6.10 ILS (5.90-7.00) | 1.60 USD (1.60-1.90) | 1.50 EUR (1.40-1.70) |
| A loaf of fresh white bread (500g) | 9.50 ILS (5.00-15) | 2.50 USD (1.30-4.00) | 2.30 EUR (1.20-3.70) |
| Eggs (regular) (12) | 14 ILS (11-18) | 3.70 USD (3.00-4.80) | 3.40 EUR (2.70-4.40) |
| Local Cheese (1kg) | 57 ILS (35-120) | 15 USD (9.30-32) | 14 EUR (8.60-29) |
| Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 5.50 ILS (2.20-10.00) | 1.50 USD (0.58-2.70) | 1.30 EUR (0.54-2.40) |
| A bottle of wine (Mid-Range) | 45 ILS (30-60) | 12 USD (8.00-16) | 11 EUR (7.30-15) |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) | 9.20 ILS (7.00-11) | 2.40 USD (1.90-3.00) | 2.20 EUR (1.70-2.80) |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 12 ILS (7.00-20) | 3.20 USD (1.90-5.30) | 2.90 EUR (1.70-4.90) |
| Pack of Cigarettes (Marlboro) | 36 ILS (32-40) | 9.60 USD (8.50-11) | 8.80 EUR (7.80-9.80) |
| Chicken breasts (skinless and boneless) - (1kg) | 39 ILS (26-55) | 10 USD (6.90-15) | 9.60 EUR (6.40-13) |
| Apples (1kg) | 12 ILS (8.00-15) | 3.20 USD (2.10-4.00) | 2.90 EUR (2.00-3.70) |
| Oranges (1kg) | 6.50 ILS (4.00-12) | 1.70 USD (1.10-3.20) | 1.60 EUR (0.98-2.90) |
| Potatoes (1kg) | 5.20 ILS (3.00-8.00) | 1.40 USD (0.80-2.10) | 1.30 EUR (0.73-2.00) |
| Lettuce (1 head) | 6.30 ILS (4.90-10.00) | 1.70 USD (1.30-2.70) | 1.60 EUR (1.20-2.40) |
| Rice (white) (1kg) | 9.90 ILS (7.00-14) | 2.60 USD (1.90-3.70) | 2.40 EUR (1.70-3.40) |
| Tomato (1kg) | 6.80 ILS (4.90-10.00) | 1.80 USD (1.30-2.70) | 1.70 EUR (1.20-2.40) |
| Bananas (1kg) | 8.50 ILS (6.00-15) | 2.20 USD (1.60-4.00) | 2.10 EUR (1.50-3.70) |
| Onions (1kg) | 4.40 ILS (3.00-6.00) | 1.20 USD (0.80-1.60) | 1.10 EUR (0.73-1.50) |
| Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) | 67 ILS (50-100) | 18 USD (13-27) | 16 EUR (12-24) |
| Pears (1kg) | 14 ILS (9.60-18) | 3.80 USD (2.60-4.80) | 3.50 EUR (2.30-4.40) |
| Cucumber (1kg) | 3.80 ILS (2.70-5.50) | 1.00 USD (0.72-1.50) | 0.92 EUR (0.66-1.30) |
| Perrier Water (small bottle 0,33l) | 7.90 ILS (3.20-14) | 2.10 USD (0.84-3.80) | 1.90 EUR (0.78-3.50) |
| Sausages (1kg) | 104 ILS (69-146) | 28 USD (18-39) | 26 EUR (17-36) |
| Cottage cheese (1kg) | 40 ILS (25-84) | 11 USD (6.50-22) | 9.70 EUR (6.00-21) |
| Whisky | 86 ILS | 23 USD | 21 EUR |
| Rum | 127 ILS | 34 USD | 31 EUR |
| Vodka | 58 ILS | 16 USD | 14 EUR |
| Gin | 87 ILS | 23 USD | 21 EUR |
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How much do you have to pay for a fuel or a taxi in Tel Aviv?
Prices of Transportation and fuel in Tel Aviv.
| One-way Ticket (Local Transport) | 5.90 ILS (5.50-6.90) | 1.60 USD (1.50-1.80) | 1.40 EUR (1.30-1.70) |
| Monthly Pass (Regular Price) | 225 ILS (213-300) | 60 USD (57-80) | 55 EUR (52-73) |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | 7.40 ILS (6.60-8.10) | 2.00 USD (1.70-2.10) | 1.80 EUR (1.60-2.00) |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car) | 138,000 ILS (130,000-145,000) | 36,000 USD (34,000-38,000) | 33,000 EUR (31,000-35,000) |
| Toyota Corolla 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car) | 141,000 ILS (136,000-150,000) | 37,000 USD (36,000-39,000) | 34,000 EUR (33,000-36,000) |
| Taxi starting price (normal tariff) | 15 ILS (12-30) | 4.00 USD (3.20-8.00) | 3.60 EUR (2.90-7.30) |
| Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) | 5.00 ILS (3.00-10.00) | 1.30 USD (0.80-2.70) | 1.20 EUR (0.73-2.40) |
| Taxi 1 hour waiting (normal tariff) | 100 ILS (90-160) | 27 USD (24-43) | 25 EUR (22-39) |
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Is it expensive to live in Tel Aviv?
Rent Prices Per Month in Tel Aviv.
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre | 5,800 ILS (5,000-7,500) | 1,500 USD (1,300-1,900) | 1,400 EUR (1,200-1,800) |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre | 4,500 ILS (4,000-5,500) | 1,200 USD (1,000-1,400) | 1,100 EUR (979-1,300) |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre | 10,000 ILS (8,500-13,000) | 2,700 USD (2,200-3,400) | 2,500 EUR (2,000-3,100) |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre | 7,300 ILS (6,000-10,000) | 1,900 USD (1,500-2,600) | 1,800 EUR (1,400-2,400) |
Prices of Utilities (Monthly) in Tel Aviv.
| Charges (electricity, heating, water, garbage) for an 85m2 apartment | 883 ILS (567-1,400) | 235 USD (151-377) | 216 EUR (139-347) |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile local tariff (No discounts or plans) | 0.13 ILS (0.02-0.20) | 0.03 USD (0.01-0.05) | 0.03 EUR (0.00-0.05) |
| Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL) | 104 ILS (85-130) | 28 USD (23-35) | 25 EUR (21-32) |
Prices of Sports And Leisure in Tel Aviv. How much does a cinema ticket cost in Tel Aviv?
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 286 ILS (150-400) | 76 USD (40-106) | 70 EUR (37-98) |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour during a weekend) | 66 ILS (55-80) | 18 USD (15-21) | 16 EUR (13-20) |
| Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat | 45 ILS (40-49) | 12 USD (11-13) | 11 EUR (9.80-12) |
Prices of Clothing And Shoes in Tel Aviv.
| 1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar) | 363 ILS (200-500) | 96 USD (53-133) | 89 EUR (49-122) |
| 1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M,...) | 231 ILS (125-320) | 62 USD (33-85) | 57 EUR (31-78) |
| 1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range) | 433 ILS (250-600) | 115 USD (66-160) | 106 EUR (61-147) |
| 1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes | 513 ILS (350-800) | 136 USD (93-213) | 126 EUR (86-196) |
Childcare prices in Tel Aviv.
| Preschool (or Kindergarten), Private, Monthly for 1 Child | 4,100 ILS (3,000-5,000) | 1,000 USD (798-1,300) | 1,000 EUR (734-1,200) |
| International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child | 79,000 ILS (30,000-127,000) | 21,000 USD (7,900-33,000) | 19,000 EUR (7,300-31,000) |
Apartment Price in Tel Aviv. How much does a flat in Tel Aviv cost?
| Price per square meter for an apartment in city centre | 54,000 ILS (40,000-70,000) | 14,000 USD (10,000-18,000) | 13,000 EUR (9,700-17,000) |
| Price per square meter for an apartment outside of city centre | 37,000 ILS (25,000-50,000) | 9,900 USD (6,600-13,000) | 9,100 EUR (6,100-12,000) |
What salary do you need to live in Tel Aviv?
Salaries And Financing in Tel Aviv.
| Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | 11,000 ILS | 2,900 USD | 2,700 EUR | |
| Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly | 3.67% (3.00% - 5.50%) | - | - | - |
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Price changes in previous years in Tel Aviv
What about vegetable prices in Tel Aviv? Are they higher than a few years ago?
We can compare vegetable prices in previous years on the example of tomatoes: 2012: ₪7, 2013: ₪6.2, 2014: ₪5.4, 2015: ₪6.8, 2016: ₪6, 2017: ₪6.3, 2018: ₪5.5, 2019: ₪7.2, 2020: ₪7.6
I can't imagine breakfast without bananas, have the prices of these fruits increased recently in Tel Aviv?
The prices of tropical fruit, for example bananas, have been changing in recent years: 2015: ₪8.8, 2016: ₪7.7, 2017: ₪8.9, 2018: ₪8.9, 2019: ₪8.9, 2020: ₪10
Have prices in cafes increased in recent years in Tel Aviv?
The cost of cappuccino coffee in a cafe or restaurant has changed in recent years: 2011: ₪13, 2012: ₪13, 2013: ₪13, 2014: ₪12, 2015: ₪12, 2016: ₪12, 2017: ₪11, 2018: ₪12, 2019: ₪13, 2020: ₪14
Have apartment prices increased in recent years in Tel Aviv?
In previous years, the following costs have been paid per square meter of flat in the city center: 2011: ₪31,000, 2012: ₪25,000, 2013: ₪31,000, 2014: ₪27,000, 2015: ₪35,000, 2016: ₪37,000, 2017: ₪56,000, 2018: ₪42,000, 2019: ₪42,000, 2020: ₪48,000
How high are the salaries in Tel Aviv? Can you earn more now than in previous years?
This is how earnings have changed in recent years: 2011: ₪7,700, 2012: ₪7,200, 2013: ₪6,800, 2014: ₪8,300, 2015: ₪7,500, 2016: ₪8,400, 2017: ₪10,000, 2018: ₪8,600, 2019: ₪9,000, 2020: ₪8,900
Prices in Israel. Historic data last years
Average fuel price in Tel Aviv is 2.40 times bigger than average price in United States (fuel prices in Tel Aviv for 1 liter = 0.264 gallons)
| Petrol price in Tel Aviv is around | 2.20 USD | 2.00 EURO |
| Diesel fuel price in Tel Aviv is around | 2.20 USD | 2.00 EURO |
Bus tickets, subway, taxi
Average transport price in Tel Aviv is 1.00 times bigger than average price in United States
| Local transport. One-way ticket prices in Tel Aviv is around: | 1.90 USD | 1.80 EURO |
| Local transport. Monthly pass in Tel Aviv is around: | 68 USD | 62 EURO |
| Taxi starting price in Tel Aviv is around: | 3.40 USD | 3.20 EURO |
| Taxi – fare for 1km in Tel Aviv is around: | 1.10 USD | 1.00 EURO |
| Taxi – waiting time (1 hour) in Tel Aviv is around: | 27 USD | 25 EURO |
Meal price in a restaurant
Average price of a meal in a restaurant in Tel Aviv is 1.42 times bigger than average price in United States
| Budget restaurant (price per 1 person) in Tel Aviv is around: | 14 USD | 13 EURO |
| Mid-range restaurant (meal for 2 people) in Tel Aviv is around: | 58 USD | 53 EURO |
| Fast Food combo in Tel Aviv is around: | 13 USD | 12 EURO |
| Price of a cheeseburger in Tel Aviv is around: | 3.90 USD | 3.50 EURO |
| Price of french fries in Tel Aviv is around: | 3.70 USD | 3.40 EURO |
| Price of a cappuccino in Tel Aviv is around: | 3.70 USD | 3.40 EURO |
| Price of a Coca-Cola or Pepsi (0,5L) in Tel Aviv is around: | 3.40 USD | 3.20 EURO |
Food prices
Average food prices in Tel Aviv are 1.12 times bigger than average price in United States
| Price of a local beer (0.3 liter bottle) in Tel Aviv is around: | 2.10 USD | 1.90 EURO |
| Price of a local beer (0,5 liter bottle) in Tel Aviv is around: | 2.60 USD | 2.40 EURO |
| Price of an imported beer (0,3 liter bottle) in Tel Aviv is around: | 3.40 USD | 3.20 EURO |
| Price of an imported beer (0,5 liter bottle) in Tel Aviv is around: | 7.20 USD | 6.60 EURO |
| Price of table wine in Tel Aviv is around: | 12 USD | 11 EURO |
| Price of cigarettes in Tel Aviv is around: | 8.10 USD | 7.50 EURO |
| Price of a Cola/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) in Tel Aviv is around: | 2.30 USD | 2.20 EURO |
| Price of Perrier water (0.33 liter bottle) in Tel Aviv is around: | 1.80 USD | 1.60 EURO |
| Price of water (1.5 liter bottle) in Tel Aviv is around: | 1.20 USD | 1.10 EURO |
| Price of milk (1 liter bottle) in Tel Aviv is around: | 1.80 USD | 1.60 EURO |
| Price of bread (0,5 kg) in Tel Aviv is around: | 1.90 USD | 1.80 EURO |
| Price of eggs (10 pieces) in Tel Aviv is around: | 3.20 USD | 2.90 EURO |
| Price of cheese (1kg) in Tel Aviv is around: | 14 USD | 13 EURO |
| Price of cottage cheese price in Tel Aviv is around: | 0.96 USD | 0.88 EURO |
| Price of a sausage (1kg) in Tel Aviv is around: | 25 USD | 23 EURO |
| Price of a chicken (1kg) in Tel Aviv is around: | 8.80 USD | 8.10 EURO |
| Price of apples (1kg) in Tel Aviv is around: | 2.60 USD | 2.40 EURO |
| Price of pears (1kg) in Tel Aviv is around: | 3.20 USD | 2.90 EURO |
| Price of a oranges (1kg) in Tel Aviv is around: | 1.70 USD | 1.50 EURO |
| Price of potatoes (1kg) in Tel Aviv is around: | 1.40 USD | 1.30 EURO |
| Price of a lettuce in Tel Aviv is around: | 1.40 USD | 1.30 EURO |
| Price of white rice (1kg) in Tel Aviv is around: | 2.30 USD | 2.20 EURO |
| Price of tomatoes (1Kg) in Tel Aviv is around: | 1.50 USD | 1.40 EURO |
| Price of a cucumbers (1kg) in Tel Aviv is around: | 0.83 USD | 0.76 EURO |
