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Cost of Living Guide in Serbia

Complete pricing for housing, food, transportation, and everyday expenses

Serbia offers one of the most affordable cost-of-living options in Europe, with overall costs including rent about 37% cheaper than the Europe average and consumer prices excluding rent 31% lower. It stands out as significantly cheaper than most European countries, making it ideal for expats and digital nomads seeking value. No home country comparison available.

Estimated Monthly Budget

Frugal
$600-800 USD (living like a local: modest shared housing, market food, public transport)
Comfortable
$1,000-1,500 USD (decent city-center 1BR, mix of home cooking and dining out, utilities, gym)
Family of four
$2,200-3,000 USD (3BR apartment, international school ~$500+/child, imported groceries, car, occasional travel)

Serbia delivers excellent value for money, with costs 37% below the Europe average overall—perfect for stretching remote work income. It's among Europe's cheapest without sacrificing quality of life.

Economic & Living Costs in Serbia
Food & Dining Costs

Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

600-1800 RSD
Avg: 1200 RSD
+14.3% vs 3 months ago

Meal for 2, Mid-range Restaurant (3-course)

3000-7000 RSD
Avg: 5000 RSD
0.0% vs 3 months ago

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

1000-1300 RSD
Avg: 1150 RSD
+9.5% vs 3 months ago

Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)

200-450 RSD
Avg: 325 RSD
+8.3% vs 3 months ago
Housing & Real Estate Costs

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre

30000-99829.74 RSD
Avg: 64914.87 RSD
-3.8% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre

23489.35-60282.1 RSD
Avg: 41885.72 RSD
-10.3% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre

48000-180000 RSD
Avg: 114000 RSD
-4.8% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre

37582.96-129191.43 RSD
Avg: 83387.19 RSD
+4.2% vs 3 months ago
Transportation Costs

One-way Ticket (Local Transport)

120 RSD
Avg: 60 RSD
+20.0% vs 3 months ago

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

430-900 RSD
Avg: 665 RSD
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Monthly Transport Pass

3200 RSD
Avg: 1600 RSD
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Gasoline (1L)

176-200 RSD
Avg: 188 RSD
0.8% vs 3 months ago
Utilities & Communications Costs

Utilities for 85m² Apartment

13600-34000 RSD
Avg: 23800 RSD
+9.8% vs 3 months ago

Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)

2000-5000 RSD
Avg: 3500 RSD
+7.7% vs 3 months ago

Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)

1000-3500 RSD
Avg: 2250 RSD
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Grocery Costs

Milk (1L)

100-190 RSD
Avg: 145 RSD
-1.7% vs 3 months ago

Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)

60-162.5 RSD
Avg: 111.25 RSD
+6.5% vs 3 months ago

Eggs (12)

168-336 RSD
Avg: 252 RSD
-4.9% vs 3 months ago

Local Cheese (1kg)

600-1700 RSD
Avg: 1150 RSD
-4.2% vs 3 months ago
Entertainment & Sports Costs

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee

2500-4700 RSD
Avg: 3600 RSD
-4.0% vs 3 months ago

Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)

1000-2645 RSD
Avg: 1822.5 RSD
-8.9% vs 3 months ago

Cinema Ticket

500-1000 RSD
Avg: 750 RSD
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)

24000-55000 RSD
Avg: 39500 RSD
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Last updated: 2026-04-03

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