Lifestyle
Israel — Living: Utilities
Household electricity was 52.5 agorot per kWh from February 2024 and basic household water about NIS 6.5 per cubic metre including VAT, as of early 2025.
VerifiedGovernment / official sourceKnesset Research Center / Electricity Authority / Water Authority — household tariffsLast reviewed: 2026-10-23
Key facts
- Household electricity consumption component: 52.5 agorot per kWh after a 2.6% rise on 1 February 2024, excluding VAT.
- Basic household water (up to 3.5 cubic metres per person per month, minimum 7 per housing unit) cost about NIS 6.5 per cubic metre including VAT; usage above it about NIS 12.3 (Knesset, February 2025).
- Water rates are set by the Water Authority and are uniform for all domestic consumers.
- No 2026 tariff decisions were found; check pua.gov.il and Water Authority publications for current rates.
Steps
- Setting up Utilities at a New Home — To set up utilities at a new home, one should contact the relevant service providers directly. Typically, this involves visiting the service provider's offices, providing identification and proof of address, and setting up individual accounts. It's recommended to do this before moving into the new home to avoid potential delays or issues with service delivery.