Cost of living in Jenin

Jenin, a city in Palestine, offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and modern living. Understanding the cost of living here is crucial for both residents and potential newcomers.This guide provides a detailed breakdown of expenses in Jenin, covering essential categories such as dining, groceries, transportation, housing, and utilities.

Cost of Living Summary

Dining and Restaurants
  • Inexpensive Restaurant MealA meal at a casual restaurant will typically cost $8.02 on average, with a range between $5.35 and $13.37.
  • Mid-Range Restaurant (Three-Course Meal for Two)For a more upscale dining experience, expect to pay around $18.72, with prices ranging from $18.72 to $66.85.
  • Fast Food (e.g., McDonald's)A McMeal or equivalent combo meal averages $4.28, with a range between $4.28 and $10.7.
  • Beverages (e.g., Domestic Beer, Imported Beer, Cappuccino, Coke/Pepsi)Domestic beer ranges from $1.87 to $5.88, imported beer $3.74 to $5.88, cappuccino $0.8 to $5.08, and Coke/Pepsi $0.53 to $0.8.
Grocery Prices
  • MilkMilk is priced between $1.6 and $2.94 per liter, averaging $1.6.
  • Bread (Loaf of Fresh White Bread)A loaf of fresh white bread costs between $0.6 and $3.21, with an average price of $0.8.
  • Eggs (Dozen)A dozen eggs range from $1.82 to $6.42, averaging $1.87.
  • Fruits (e.g., Apples, Oranges)Apples cost $1.34 to $6.42 per kg, while oranges range from $1.07 to $2.67 per kg.
  • Vegetables (e.g., Potatoes, Lettuce)Potatoes are priced between $0.8 and $1.34 per kg, and lettuce costs $0.8 to $2.41 per head.
Transportation
  • Fuel (Gasoline)Gasoline is priced between $1.6 and $3.48 per liter.
  • Taxi FaresTaxi fares start at $2.67, with a cost of $0.67 to $2.67 per km and $10.7 to $26.74 per hour of waiting.
  • Car PricesA new Volkswagen Golf costs between $37,434.31 and $40,108.19, while a Toyota Corolla ranges from $45,455.94 to $48,129.82.
Housing Costs
  • 3-Bedroom Apartment Rent (City Centre)Rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $454.73.
  • 3-Bedroom Apartment Rent (Outside Centre)Outside the centre, rent averages $320.9.
Utilities
  • Basic Utilities (Electricity, Heating, Water, etc.)Basic utilities for an 85m2 apartment cost between $56.82 and $136.37, averaging $86.16.
  • InternetInternet services range from $32.09 to $53.48, with an average cost of $40.32.

Cost of Living Data

The following pricing data has been gathered from 4 user contributions, as of the most recent update in November, 2024.
Restaurants
Avg / Range
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
$8.02
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
$18.72
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
$4.28
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
$1.87
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$3.74
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.74
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.53
Cappuccino (regular)
$0.80
Markets
Avg / Range
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
$1.60
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
$0.80
Eggs (regular) (12)
$1.87
Local Cheese (1kg)
$5.35
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
$0.53
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
$2.67
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
$2.78
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$2.44
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
$7.22
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
$6.68
Apples (1kg)
$1.34
Oranges (1kg)
$1.34
Potato (1kg)
$0.98
Lettuce (1 head)
$0.80
Rice (white), (1kg)
$1.87
Tomato (1kg)
$1.34
Banana (1kg)
$1.34
Onion (1kg)
$0.98
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
$10.70
Transportation
Avg / Range
Gasoline (1 liter)
$1.86
Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car)
$37,434.31
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
$2.67
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
$1.34
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
$13.37
Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car)
$46,983.87
Rent Per Month
Avg / Range
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre
$454.73
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre
$320.90
Utilities (Monthly)
Avg / Range
Basic (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) for 85m2 Apartment
$86.16
Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL)
$40.32
Mobile Phone Monthly Plan with Calls and 10GB+ Data
$18.39
Sports And Leisure
Avg / Range
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
$40.11
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
$8.02
Clothing And Shoes
Avg / Range
1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)
$69.08
1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M, ...)
$41.18
1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range)
$85.56
1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes
$66.85
Salaries And Financing
Avg / Range
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
$534.86
Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly, for 20 Years Fixed-Rate
6.17%
Childcare
Avg / Range
Preschool (or Kindergarten), Full Day, Private, Monthly for 1 Child
$182.72
International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child
$3,779.80