Is Kiryat Shalom Expensive?

Tel Aviv, Israel

-22% vs Tel Aviv avg

Living in Kiryat Shalom, Tel Aviv

Kiryat Shalom is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Tel Aviv, with a cost of living index of 63.4 — that is -22% compared to the Tel Aviv average. Ranked #17 of 19, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around ₪5,054/month, compared to a range of ₪4,665 in Bnei Brak to ₪8,747 in Rothschild Blvd.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Kiryat Shalom, housing takes up roughly 33% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 16%, while transportation costs around 9%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately ₪202,142 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Kiryat Shalom

Salaries in Kiryat Shalom reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 63.4:

After tax and deductions of 25.8% in Israel, take-home pay for someone earning ₪202,142 would be roughly ₪149,989/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

63.4
COLI Index
0.78x
vs City Avg
₪5,054
Est. 1BR Rent
#17
of 19 Areas
25.8%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Kiryat Shalom

Estimated annual deductions on a ₪171,151 salary in Kiryat Shalom, Tel Aviv (local employee).

Income Tax
14%
National Insurance + Health
12.0%
Total Deductions: 25.8%
Est. Take-Home: ₪126,991/yr

Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Kiryat Shalom would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $47,550
London GBP £40,921
Dubai AED AED 237,930

Other Neighborhoods in Tel Aviv

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Rothschild Blvd 109.8 1.35x +35%
Neve Tzedek 105.7 1.30x +30%
Herzliya Pituach 104.1 1.28x +28%
Lev Ha'ir (City Centre) 101.6 1.25x +25%
Old North 97.6 1.20x +20%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kiryat Shalom expensive in Tel Aviv?

Kiryat Shalom is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Tel Aviv. It costs about -22% less than the city average, ranking #17 out of 19 neighborhoods.

How does Kiryat Shalom compare to the Tel Aviv average?

The cost of living in Kiryat Shalom is well below the Tel Aviv average. With a multiplier of 0.78x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -22% compared to the city baseline.

Data Sources: Cost of living indices based on crowd-sourced price data and official statistics. Tax calculations follow 2026 rates. Sources include OECD Better Life Index. Figures are estimates and may vary based on individual circumstances.