Municipal Tax
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Cities with the Highest Municipal Tax (Arnona): Updated Ranking
The update to the Arnona calculation per square meter corrects distortions that ignored gaps in measurement methods between different authorities. The revised ranking more accurately reflects the actual charge per resident and presents a completely different picture regarding the cost of municipal living.
Before raising municipal taxes, authorities must prove they have become more efficient
Business municipal tax (Arnona) in Israel is 40% higher than the OECD average, directly fueling the cost of living. The author argues that authorities must demonstrate efficiency before requesting further hikes.
A wave of exceptional requests for Arnona increases: The localities where the sharpest jump is expected
Municipal property tax (Arnona) is set to rise automatically by 3.05% in 2027, but many local authorities have requested additional exceptional increases from the Ministry of Interior, reaching as high as 33%. The business sector has announced its intention to fight these measures.