Israeli Premier League Players Earn Average of $12,000 Monthly

The average gross monthly salary for a player in Israel's top-tier Premier League (Ligat Ha'al) is approximately NIS 45,000 (about $12,000 USD), according to an agreement between the players' union and the Football Association. This figure, revealed by the "Press Box" program, represents an average across all teams and is used to determine fines for disciplinary infractions. The average salary significantly surpasses the national average gross monthly wage in Israel, which stands at NIS 15,218 ($4,100 USD) before taxes, according to the Central Bureau of Statistics.

The highest earner in the Premier League is reportedly Maccabi Tel Aviv star James Tavernier, with an estimated net annual salary of €750,000 (approximately €62,500 or $68,000 USD net per month). However, salaries in the second-tier National League are considerably lower, particularly for younger players, soldiers, and less established athletes. The average net monthly salary in the National League is NIS 8,000 ($2,150 USD), falling below the national average wage.

Despite the lower average, there are exceptions in the National League, such as Dor Micha, who reportedly earns NIS 60,000 ($16,000 USD) net per month playing for MS Ashdod. This indicates that, similar to the Premier League, some senior players in the National League also command high salaries. The article notes that these are general figures and the exact calculation method is unclear, but they are based on data from the Football Association.