Is Ramat Aviv Expensive?

Tel Aviv, Israel

+12% vs Tel Aviv avg

Living in Ramat Aviv, Tel Aviv

Ramat Aviv is a moderately-priced area within Tel Aviv, with a cost of living index of 91.1 — that is +12% compared to the Tel Aviv average. It sits around the middle of the pack at #8 out of 19 neighborhoods. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around ₪7,256/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 Ramat Aviv, housing takes up roughly 47% 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 ₪290,255 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Ramat Aviv

Salaries in Ramat Aviv reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 91.1:

After tax and deductions of 30.0% in Israel, take-home pay for someone earning ₪290,255 would be roughly ₪203,179/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

91.1
COLI Index
1.12x
vs City Avg
₪7,256
Est. 1BR Rent
#8
of 19 Areas
30.0%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Ramat Aviv

Estimated annual deductions on a ₪245,929 salary in Ramat Aviv, Tel Aviv (local employee).

Income Tax
18%
National Insurance + Health
12.0%
Total Deductions: 30.0%
Est. Take-Home: ₪172,105/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Ramat Aviv would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $68,325
London GBP £58,799
Dubai AED AED 341,884

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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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Ramat Aviv:

Dublin 2 (City Centre), Dublin Shinjuku, Tokyo Bondi, Sydney De Pijp, Amsterdam Bellevue, Seattle South Lake Union, Seattle

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ramat Aviv expensive in Tel Aviv?

Yes, Ramat Aviv is one of the more expensive neighborhoods in Tel Aviv. It costs about +12% more than the city average, ranking #8 out of 19 neighborhoods.

How does Ramat Aviv compare to the Tel Aviv average?

The cost of living in Ramat Aviv is above the Tel Aviv average. With a multiplier of 1.12x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +12% 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.