City in Southern District, Israel
Cost of living in Eilat
How much a month costs in Eilat
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $3,930–6,550 (₪12,000–20,000).
Prices in Eilat
Typical 2026 ranges in ILS, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | ILS | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | ₪4,000–6,500 | $1,310–2,130 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | ₪3,000–5,000 | $982–1,640 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | ₪120–250 | $39–82 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | ₪500–1,300 | $164–426 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | ₪35–60 | $11.5–19.6 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | ₪100–190 | $33–62 |
| Cappuccino | ₪14–20 | $4.6–6.5 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | ₪28–42 | $9.2–13.8 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | ₪6 | $2 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | ₪35–60 | $11.5–19.6 |
| Work and life | ||
| Gym membership (month) | ₪250–450 | $82–147 |
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | ₪40–100 | $13–33 |
Value for money: 2/100
A value score of 2/100 means Eilat gives more quality of life per dollar than 1% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 69/100. It's the 2nd most affordable of 4 places we cover in Israel.
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Cost of living across Israel
One person, comfortable lifestyle, including rent.
Cheaper alternatives to Eilat
Similar safety, lower cost, in Middle East.
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Eilat?
About $2,130–2,950 on a lean budget, $3,930–6,550 for a comfortable month and $8,510–14,730 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Eilat?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs ₪4,000–6,500 ($1,310–2,130) a month in the center and ₪3,000–5,000 ($982–1,640) outside it.
How much does food cost in Eilat?
A local meal is ₪35–60 ($11.5–19.6); a mid-range restaurant is ₪100–190 ($33–62) per person.
Is Israel expensive?
Prices in Israel are about 101% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- Eilat Municipality
- Israel Airports Authority
- Home Front Command
Prices are SoloSquare estimates for 2026, reviewed against official and operator prices where available. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.