International School of Belgrade
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International Curriculum
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Overview
Serbia🇷🇸
At a Glance
How Serbia compares across key indices
Cost of Living
47 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
85/100
Healthcare
62/100
Quality of Life
150/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Serbia
Cost of Living
47
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
35
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
47
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
49
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Low RiskHow safe residents feel in Serbia - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
85/100
Crime Index
25/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
Daytime100
Nighttime100
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in Serbia
Serbia has 50 modeled cities; this view starts with 40 curated or popular options. Monthly costs for a single person range from $926 in Zaječar to $1,209 in Belgrade. Niš leads on safety, scoring 85/100. Kraljevo ranks highest for quality of life at 154/200.
💸Most Affordable
Zaječar
$926/mo
Safest
Niš
85/100
Best Quality of Life
Kraljevo
154/200
Best Healthcare
Belgrade
74/100
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Curated and popular cities first.
40 of 50 shown| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belgrade | $1,209 | 80/100 | 151/200 | 74/100 | 53 |
| Niš | $1,005 | 85/100 | 153/200 | 63/100 | 43 |
| Novi Sad | $998 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 63/100 | 43 |
| Zemun | $981 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 62/100 | 42 |
| Kragujevac | $979 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 62/100 | 41 |
| Čačak | $968 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 61/100 | 40 |
| Subotica | $960 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 60/100 | 40 |
| Leskovac | $958 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 60/100 | 40 |
| Novi Pazar | $952 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 60/100 | 39 |
| Kraljevo | $950 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 60/100 | 39 |
| Zrenjanin | $948 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 60/100 | 39 |
| Pančevo | $946 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 59/100 | 39 |
| Kruševac | $946 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 59/100 | 39 |
| Užice | $937 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 59/100 | 38 |
| Smederevo | $936 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 59/100 | 38 |
| Valjevo | $936 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 59/100 | 38 |
| Vranje | $932 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 58/100 | 38 |
| Šabac | $931 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 58/100 | 37 |
| Zaječar | $926 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 58/100 | 37 |
| Trstenik | $926 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 58/100 | 37 |
| Sombor | $926 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 58/100 | 37 |
| Kikinda | $926 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 58/100 | 37 |
| Požarevac | $926 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 58/100 | 37 |
| Pirot | $926 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 58/100 | 37 |
| Bor | $926 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 58/100 | 37 |
| Sremska Mitrovica | $926 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 58/100 | 37 |
| Vršac | $926 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 58/100 | 37 |
| Jagodina | $926 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 58/100 | 37 |
| Ruma | $926 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 58/100 | 37 |
| Bačka Palanka | $926 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 58/100 | 37 |
| Inđija | $926 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 58/100 | 37 |
| Prokuplje | $926 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 58/100 | 37 |
| Smederevska Palanka | $926 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 58/100 | 37 |
| Vrbas | $926 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 58/100 | 37 |
| Bečej | $926 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 58/100 | 37 |
| Knjazevac | $926 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 58/100 | 37 |
| Aranđelovac | $926 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 58/100 | 37 |
| Gornji Milanovac | $926 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 58/100 | 37 |
| Lazarevac | $926 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 58/100 | 37 |
| Sremčica | $926 | 85/100 | 154/200 | 58/100 | 37 |
Freedom Abroad estimates are modeled for a single person including rent. Pollution: lower score = cleaner air. Click column headers to sort.
Compare Cities Side by Side
Detailed comparison of cost of living, safety, and quality of life
Families
Schools
25 verified school profiles across 3 cities in Serbia — language model, grade range, credentials, and published tuition. A sample is shown here; filter the full set in the School Finder.
Ruder Bo kovic
Verified
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International Curriculum
Ib Diploma
Ib Middle Years
Ib Primary Years
British International School, Belgrade
Verified
BelgradeAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Bso
Cambridge International School
Brook Hill International School
Verified
BelgradeAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
Chartwell International School
Verified
BelgradeAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
Crnjanski High School
Verified
BelgradeAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
1 more verified school in Serbia is available in the School Finder, with filters for city, age, language, credentials, and tuition.
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 Serbia
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Environment
ModerateAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Serbia
Pollution Index
45/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
22.5ug/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 Serbia, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Serbia?
Serbia has a cost of living index of 47 relative to New York City (100). It is moderately affordable compared to the US. Monthly costs for a single person start around $960 in Subotica and reach $1,209 in Belgrade.
What is the cheapest city in Serbia for expats?
Subotica is the most affordable city in Serbia in Freedom Abroad estimates, with estimated monthly costs of $960 for a single person including rent. Čačak is the next most affordable at $968/mo.
Is Serbia safe for expats?
Serbia has a safety index of 85/100, making it very safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Niš scores highest on safety at 85/100.
What is the best city in Serbia for expats and digital nomads?
Kragujevac ranks highest for quality of life in Serbia, scoring 154/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $979/mo for a single person. For budget-conscious expats, Subotica offers the lowest monthly costs at $960/mo.
How good is healthcare in Serbia?
Serbia scores 62/100 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 Serbia cheaper than the United States?
Yes. Serbia's cost of living is roughly 53% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 65% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
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