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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