Israel vs South Africa
Israel is about 57% pricier than South Africa overall, with a price level of 96.1 versus 41.2 (US = 100). The gap is widest in restaurants & hotels and narrowest in communication. On quality of life, Israel scores higher (95 vs 53 of 100).
Metric Israel South Africa
Price level (US=100) 96.1 41.2
GDP / capita (PPP) $57,236 $15,456
GNI / capita (PPP) $56,790 $15,150
Inflation (YoY) 3.1% 4.4%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Israel South Africa
Housing & utilities 269 76
Food 190 88
Transport 170 99
Restaurants & hotels 215 60
Health 204 76
Communication 107 76
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Israel South Africa
Quality-of-life score 95/100 53/100
Life expectancy 83 yrs 66 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 1.6 43.7
Internet users 88% 78%
Frequently asked
Is Israel more expensive than South Africa?
Israel is more expensive: about 57% pricier than South Africa overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in South Africa?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Israel would cost roughly $43,000 in South Africa, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Israel or South Africa?
Israel scores higher, 95 vs 53 out of 100.
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