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Overview
Croatia🇭🇷
At a Glance
How Croatia compares across key indices
Cost of Living
53 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
92/100
Healthcare
68/100
Quality of Life
166/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Croatia
Cost of Living
53
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
40
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
53
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
56
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Low RiskHow safe residents feel in Croatia - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
92/100
Crime Index
3/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
Daytime100
Nighttime100
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in Croatia
Croatia has 26 cities with Freedom Abroad estimates. Monthly costs for a single person range from $1,059 in Slavonski Brod to $1,346 in Zagreb. Sesvete leads on safety, scoring 95/100. Sesvete ranks highest for quality of life at 171/200.
💸Most Affordable
Slavonski Brod
$1,059/mo
Safest
Sesvete
95/100
Best Quality of Life
Sesvete
171/200
Best Healthcare
Zagreb
77/100
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26 of 26 shown| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zagreb | $1,346 | 88/100 | 167/200 | 77/100 | 37 |
| Split | $1,120 | 93/100 | 169/200 | 67/100 | 29 |
| Rijeka | $1,102 | 94/100 | 170/200 | 66/100 | 27 |
| Osijek | $1,082 | 95/100 | 170/200 | 65/100 | 26 |
| Zadar | $1,075 | 95/100 | 170/200 | 65/100 | 25 |
| Sesvete | $1,065 | 95/100 | 171/200 | 64/100 | 25 |
| Pula | $1,061 | 95/100 | 171/200 | 64/100 | 24 |
| Slavonski Brod | $1,059 | 95/100 | 171/200 | 64/100 | 24 |
| Karlovac | $1,059 | 95/100 | 171/200 | 64/100 | 24 |
| Centar | $1,059 | 95/100 | 171/200 | 64/100 | 24 |
| Varaždin | $1,059 | 95/100 | 171/200 | 64/100 | 24 |
| Šibenik | $1,059 | 95/100 | 171/200 | 64/100 | 24 |
| Velika Gorica | $1,059 | 95/100 | 171/200 | 64/100 | 24 |
| Vinkovci | $1,059 | 95/100 | 171/200 | 64/100 | 24 |
| Sisak | $1,059 | 95/100 | 171/200 | 64/100 | 24 |
| Dubrovnik | $1,059 | 95/100 | 171/200 | 64/100 | 24 |
| Bjelovar | $1,059 | 95/100 | 171/200 | 64/100 | 24 |
| Koprivnica | $1,059 | 95/100 | 171/200 | 64/100 | 24 |
| Vukovar | $1,059 | 95/100 | 171/200 | 64/100 | 24 |
| Solin | $1,059 | 95/100 | 171/200 | 64/100 | 24 |
| Zaprešić | $1,059 | 95/100 | 171/200 | 64/100 | 24 |
| Samobor | $1,059 | 95/100 | 171/200 | 64/100 | 24 |
| Đakovo | $1,059 | 95/100 | 171/200 | 64/100 | 24 |
| Požega | $1,059 | 95/100 | 171/200 | 64/100 | 24 |
| Čakovec | $1,059 | 95/100 | 171/200 | 64/100 | 24 |
| Liberpolis | $1,059 | 95/100 | 171/200 | 64/100 | 24 |
Freedom Abroad estimates are modeled for a single person including rent. Pollution: lower score = cleaner air. Click column headers to sort.
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Detailed comparison of cost of living, safety, and quality of life
Families
Schools
16 verified school profiles across 1 city in Croatia — language model, grade range, credentials, and published tuition. A sample is shown here; filter the full set in the School Finder.
Adria International School
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International Curriculum
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American International School of Zagreb
Verified
Location variesAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ib Diploma
Djecji Vrtic Mali istrazivac (Little Researcher Kindergarten)
Verified
ZagrebAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
Dobro Drvo
Verified
ZagrebAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
Harfa International School
Verified
Location variesAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ib Primary Years
School records are maintained from direct school pages, public credential directories, public registry claims, and carefully labeled directory/community sources. Admissions, seat availability, and tuition can change quickly, so Freedom Abroad treats unpublished costs as “Contact school” instead of estimating.
Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Croatia
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Environment
CleanAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Croatia
Pollution Index
32/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
16.1ug/m3
Moderate
Environmental Quality
Air Quality100/100
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Croatia, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Croatia?
Croatia has a cost of living index of 53 relative to New York City (100). It is moderately affordable compared to the US. Monthly costs for a single person start around $1,102 in Rijeka and reach $1,346 in Zagreb.
What is the cheapest city in Croatia for expats?
Rijeka is the most affordable city in Croatia in Freedom Abroad estimates, with estimated monthly costs of $1,102 for a single person including rent. Split is the next most affordable at $1,120/mo.
Is Croatia safe for expats?
Croatia has a safety index of 92/100, making it very safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Rijeka scores highest on safety at 94/100.
What is the best city in Croatia for expats and digital nomads?
Rijeka ranks highest for quality of life in Croatia, scoring 170/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $1,102/mo for a single person.
How good is healthcare in Croatia?
Croatia scores 68/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it good by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
Is Croatia cheaper than the United States?
Yes. Croatia's cost of living is roughly 47% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 60% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
What is the air quality and pollution like in Croatia?
Croatia has a pollution index of 32/100 (lower = cleaner). This is relatively clean by global standards, making it appealing for those prioritising air quality and outdoor lifestyle.
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