Is Tel Aviv an expensive city?

Hello everyone!

I hope you are well.

This year, the Economic Intelligence Unit's Cost of Living report ranks Tel Aviv 5th in the world.

How far is this true?

What is the cost of rents and bills, internet, transport, grocery, leisure, etc., for expats?

Has there been any change since the start of the COVID-19 crisis?

What about the quality of life in Tel Aviv?

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We really look forward to hearing from you.

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Veedushi
Expat.com Editorial Team

According to the report, now Tel Aviv ranks 20th in the list of world are most expensive city in terms of cost of living, however, many things depends on individual standard of living. Here's short summary about Tel Aviv cost of living:
Family of 4 estimated monthly costs are 4,126.60$ excluding rent.
One person estimated monthly cost are 1,172.81$ (3,926.91₪) excluding rent.
As compare to New York, Cost of living index in Tel Aviv-Yafo is 8.91% lower.