Cost of living in Nablus

Nablus, 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 newcomers.This guide provides a detailed breakdown of expenses in Nablus, covering essential categories such as housing, dining, transportation, and more.

Cost of Living Summary

Dining and Restaurants
  • Inexpensive Restaurant MealA meal at a casual restaurant will typically cost $4.01 on average, with a range between $4.01 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 $16.04 to $66.85.
  • Fast Food (e.g., McDonald's)A McMeal or equivalent combo meal averages $7.75, with a range between $6.68 and $10.7.
  • Beverages (e.g., Domestic Beer, Imported Beer, Cappuccino, Coke/Pepsi)Domestic beer ranges from $1.87 to $5.88, imported beer $2.67 to $5.88, cappuccino $0.8 to $5.08, and Coke/Pepsi $0.53 to $1.34.
Grocery Prices
  • MilkMilk is priced between $1.34 and $2.94 per liter, averaging $1.64.
  • Bread (Loaf of Fresh White Bread)A loaf of fresh white bread costs between $0.47 and $3.21, with an average price of $0.69.
  • Eggs (Dozen)A dozen eggs range from $1.07 to $6.42, averaging $1.98.
  • Fruits (e.g., Apples, Oranges)Apples cost $1.07 to $6.42 per kg, while oranges range from $0.8 to $2.67 per kg.
  • Vegetables (e.g., Potatoes, Lettuce)Potatoes are priced between $0.8 and $1.34 per kg, and lettuce costs $0.53 to $2.41 per head.
Transportation
  • Public Transport (One-Way Ticket)A one-way local transport ticket costs between $1.34 and $4.01.
  • Fuel (Gasoline)Gasoline is priced between $1.6 and $3.48 per liter.
  • Taxi FaresTaxi fares start at $2.14, with a cost of $0.67 to $2.67 per km and $10.7 to $26.74 per hour of waiting.
Housing Costs
  • 1-Bedroom Apartment Rent (City Centre)Rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre ranges from $187.17 to $427.82, averaging $296.23.
  • 1-Bedroom Apartment Rent (Outside Centre)Outside the centre, rent ranges from $133.69 to $374.34, averaging $234.45.
  • 3-Bedroom Apartment Rent (City Centre)Rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in the city centre ranges from $334.23 to $788.79, averaging $555.14.
  • 3-Bedroom Apartment Rent (Outside Centre)Outside the centre, rent ranges from $267.39 to $681.84, averaging $487.22.
  • Buying Price per Square Meter (City Centre)The price per square meter to buy an apartment in the city centre ranges from $401.08 to $5520.27, averaging $729.97.
  • Buying Price per Square Meter (Outside Centre)Outside the centre, the price per square meter ranges from $401.08 to $5520.27, averaging $582.91.
Utilities
  • Basic Utilities (Electricity, Heating, Water, etc.)Basic utilities for an 85m2 apartment cost between $56.82 and $160.43, averaging $86.16.
  • InternetInternet services range from $32.09 to $93.59, with an average cost of $40.32.

Cost of Living Data

The following pricing data has been gathered from 19 user contributions, as of the most recent update in November, 2024.
Restaurants
Avg / Range
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
$4.01
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
$18.72
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
$7.75
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
$2.27
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$2.67
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.74
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.53
Cappuccino (regular)
$1.87
Markets
Avg / Range
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
$1.64
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
$0.69
Eggs (regular) (12)
$1.98
Local Cheese (1kg)
$5.51
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
$0.80
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
$10.70
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
$2.54
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$2.44
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
$7.09
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
$5.66
Apples (1kg)
$1.74
Oranges (1kg)
$1.07
Potato (1kg)
$0.87
Lettuce (1 head)
$0.84
Rice (white), (1kg)
$2.03
Tomato (1kg)
$1.07
Banana (1kg)
$1.07
Onion (1kg)
$0.80
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
$14.71
Transportation
Avg / Range
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
$2.54
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
$0.00
Gasoline (1 liter)
$1.70
Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car)
$33,423.49
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
$2.67
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
$0.80
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
$13.37
Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car)
$36,543.01
Rent Per Month
Avg / Range
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre
$296.23
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre
$234.45
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre
$555.14
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre
$487.22
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
$13.10
Sports And Leisure
Avg / Range
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
$63.50
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
$26.74
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
$8.69
Clothing And Shoes
Avg / Range
1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)
$54.81
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
$60.43
Buy Apartment Price
Avg / Range
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre
$729.97
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre
$582.91
Salaries And Financing
Avg / Range
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
$671.57
Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly, for 20 Years Fixed-Rate
6.12%
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
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