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Cost of living in Qabatiyah

Qabatiyah, a city in Palestine, offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and modern living. Understanding the cost of living here is crucial for anyone considering relocation or planning a visit.

This guide provides a detailed breakdown of expenses in Qabatiyah, 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.
  • Mid-Range Restaurant (Three-Course Meal for Two)For a more upscale dining experience, expect to pay around $40.11.
  • Fast Food (e.g., McDonald's)A McMeal or equivalent combo meal averages $8.69.
  • Beverages (e.g., Domestic Beer, Imported Beer, Cappuccino, Coke/Pepsi)Domestic beer averages $5.35, imported beer $5.08, cappuccino $3.48, and Coke/Pepsi $0.7.
Grocery Prices
  • MilkMilk is priced at $1.87 per liter.
  • Bread (Loaf of Fresh White Bread)A loaf of fresh white bread costs $0.53.
  • Eggs (Dozen)A dozen eggs average $2.44.
  • Fruits (e.g., Apples, Oranges)Apples cost $2.25 per kg, while oranges are $1.34 per kg.
  • Vegetables (e.g., Potatoes, Lettuce)Potatoes are priced at $1.02 per kg, and lettuce costs $1.44 per head.
Transportation
  • Public Transport (One-Way Ticket)A one-way local transport ticket costs $0.94, with a monthly pass priced at $55.62.
  • Fuel (Gasoline)Gasoline is priced at $1.84 per liter.
  • Taxi FaresTaxi fares start at $2.67, with a cost of $1.24 per km and $13.37 per hour of waiting.
Housing Costs
  • 1-Bedroom Apartment Rent (City Centre)Rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $481.3.
  • 1-Bedroom Apartment Rent (Outside Centre)Outside the centre, rent averages $267.39.
  • 3-Bedroom Apartment Rent (City Centre)Rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $962.6.
  • 3-Bedroom Apartment Rent (Outside Centre)Outside the centre, rent averages $668.47.
  • Buying Price per Square Meter (City Centre)The price per square meter to buy an apartment in the city centre averages $1604.33.
  • Buying Price per Square Meter (Outside Centre)Outside the centre, the price per square meter averages $1069.55.
Utilities
  • Basic Utilities (Electricity, Heating, Water, etc.)Basic utilities for an 85m2 apartment cost $78.88 on average.
  • InternetInternet services average $38.77.

Cost of Living Data

The following pricing data has been gathered from 2 user contributions, as of the most recent update in October, 2024.
Restaurants
Avg / Range
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
$8.02
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
$40.11
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
$8.69
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
$5.35
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$5.08
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.70
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.53
Cappuccino (regular)
$3.48
Markets
Avg / Range
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
$1.87
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
$0.53
Eggs (regular) (12)
$2.44
Local Cheese (1kg)
$5.88
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
$0.80
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
$10.70
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)
$6.15
Apples (1kg)
$2.25
Oranges (1kg)
$1.34
Potato (1kg)
$1.02
Lettuce (1 head)
$1.44
Rice (white), (1kg)
$2.67
Tomato (1kg)
$1.34
Banana (1kg)
$1.34
Onion (1kg)
$1.02
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
$14.71
Transportation
Avg / Range
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
$0.94
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
$55.62
Gasoline (1 liter)
$1.84
Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car)
$34,760.43
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
$2.67
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
$1.24
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
$13.37
Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car)
$42,782.06
Rent Per Month
Avg / Range
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre
$481.30
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre
$267.39
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre
$962.60
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre
$668.47
Utilities (Monthly)
Avg / Range
Basic (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) for 85m2 Apartment
$78.88
Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL)
$38.77
Mobile Phone Monthly Plan with Calls and 10GB+ Data
$17.38
Sports And Leisure
Avg / Range
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
$53.48
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
$26.74
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
$8.02
Clothing And Shoes
Avg / Range
1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)
$40.11
1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M, ...)
$41.18
1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range)
$53.48
1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes
$40.11
Buy Apartment Price
Avg / Range
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre
$1,604.33
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre
$1,069.55
Salaries And Financing
Avg / Range
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
$696.69
Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly, for 20 Years Fixed-Rate
11.6%
Childcare
Avg / Range
Preschool (or Kindergarten), Full Day, Private, Monthly for 1 Child
$192.52
International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child
$3,783.54
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