Households

The Central Bureau of Statistics released the 2024 household expenditure survey, showing an average net monthly income of 22,555 NIS amid the Swords of Iron war. The Gini index dropped to 0.333, though vast socio-economic gaps persist between deciles.

Bank of Israel data shows Israeli consumer credit surged by 3.6% in the second quarter of 2026, reaching 260 billion shekels as borrowing accelerated across banks, credit cards, and institutional lenders.

According to the Bank of Israel's annual report, the average cost of managing a current account and credit card in 2025 was 379 shekels. With an average of 2.6 accounts per household, the annual cost for a family reaches approximately 1,000 shekels.

A CBS survey indicates a sharp decline in the share of households planning to purchase an apartment – from 8% to 3.6%. According to the director of the housing indices department at the bureau, the data reflects a slowdown in the market.

After ranking first in the world for financial assets and 18th in average wealth, a UBS report reveals another parameter where Israel stands out. What is this interesting index, and why is a high number here not necessarily good news?