Best Cities in Israel to Live In 2026
3 cities ranked by Livability Score — affordability, safety, internet, democracy & climate.
Haifa
69/100Jerusalem
66/100Tel Aviv
56/100Compare cities in Israel
❓ Living in Israel — Common Questions
What is the best city to live in Israel?▾
Based on our Livability Score, Haifa ranks #1 in Israel with a score of 69/100, and city-centre rent from around $1059/month.
What is the safest city in Israel?▾
By UNODC homicide rate data, Haifa is the safest city in Israel in our database, with a rate of 1.6 per 100,000 people.
Should I move to Haifa or Jerusalem?▾
Haifa scores 69/100 on our Livability Score vs 66/100 for Jerusalem. Rent is $1059/mo in Haifa vs $1478/mo in Jerusalem. See the full comparison at the bottom of this page.
How do I get long-term residency or a visa to live in Israel?▾
Israel offers the Israel Work Visa (B/1) (moderate process). Duration: 1 year (renewable). Key requirement: Employer sponsorship required. Jewish nationals can immigrate under Law of Return with full citizenship pathway.. The process is moderate difficulty. Check individual city pages for full details.