Ramallah, Palestine, Palestine — cost of living
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Ramallah, Palestine

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Ramallah, Palestine

About Ramallah, Palestine

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$42
Family of 4 / mo
$110
Avg salary (after tax)
$68

Ramallah is a vibrant city located in the central West Bank, Palestine . It serves as the administrative capital of the Palestinian Authority and is known for its rich history and cultural significance. The city has a lively atmosphere, with bustling markets, modern cafes, and a mix of traditional and contemporary architecture.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.Wikipedia · Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $86.24
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $64.39
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $66.43
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $101.57

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $1.89
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $971.34

Food - Beverages

  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $1.19
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $5.52
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $6.13
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.97
  • CappuccinoUSD $3.85

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $10.73
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $45.99
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $9.19

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $17.16
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $2.63
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.61
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $1.44
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $1.7
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.19
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $0.98
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.42
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.97
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $12.58
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $7.66
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $8.02
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $8.25
  • Dozen EggsUSD $2.46
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $2.37
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $2.28
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $2.2

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $104.43
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $561.14
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $403.8
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,012
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $735.7
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $78.46

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $73.25
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $14.56
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $9.19
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $229.96
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $3,909

Transportation

  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $2.09
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $3.84
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $39,860
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $18.4
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $66.65
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $46,386
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $1.15

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $51.45
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $108.33

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