Croatia
Cost of Living in Zagreb
Monthly Total
$1,955
$34,213
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$747
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$40
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$747
$13,073
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$229
$4,008
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$153
$2,678
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$168
$2,940
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$240
$4,200
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$228
$3,990
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$153
$2,678
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$37
$648
Monthly Total
$1,955
$34,213
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