Palestine · Ramallah

Cost of Living in Ramallah, Palestine for Expats (2026)

Key Takeaway

Detailed 2026 cost of living in Ramallah, Palestine: rent, groceries, transport, utilities, healthcare. Monthly budgets for singles (€885) and families

Updated 2026-03-12 · Currency: ILS · Confidence: 65/100

Planning to move to Ramallah? Here is a complete breakdown of the cost of living for expats in Ramallah, Palestine as of 2026. All figures are in EUR for easy cross-country comparison.

Monthly Cost Snapshot

1BR Rent (Centre)
€400/mo
1BR Rent (Outside)
€300/mo
Groceries (Single)
€200/mo
Transport Pass
€30/mo
Utilities (85m²)
€80/mo
Internet
€25/mo
Health Insurance
€50/mo
Entertainment & Dining
€150/mo

Full Cost Breakdown

Ramallah — Full Breakdown
1BR Apartment (Centre)€400/mo
1BR Apartment (Outside)€300/mo
3BR Apartment (Centre)€700/mo
3BR Apartment (Outside)€500/mo
Groceries (Single)€200/mo
Monthly Transport Pass€30/mo
Utilities (85m² Flat)€80/mo
Internet€25/mo
Health Insurance (Single)€50/mo
Entertainment & Dining€150/mo
Total Single (Centre)€885/mo
Total Single (Outside)€785/mo
Total Family of 4 (Centre)€2,400/mo
Total Family of 4 (Outside)€2,100/mo
Student Budget€650/mo

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to live in Ramallah in 2026?

A single expat living in central Ramallah should budget approximately €885 per month, covering rent, groceries, transport, utilities, healthcare, and entertainment. A family of four needs around €2,400/month.

How much is rent in Ramallah for expats?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Ramallah city centre costs around €400/month. Outside the centre, expect to pay approximately €300/month. A 3-bedroom apartment in the centre is around €700/month.

Is Ramallah expensive compared to other cities in Palestine?

Ramallah has a cost index of 100% relative to the capital. Ramallah is the only city we currently track in Palestine.

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Data sourced from numbeo;expatistan. Last verified 2026-03-11.