Zagreb, Croatia, Croatia — cost of living
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Zagreb, Croatia

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Zagreb, Croatia

About Zagreb, Croatia

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$797
Family of 4 / mo
$2,028
Avg salary (after tax)
$1,686

Zagreb is the charming capital city of Croatia , located in the northwestern part of the country. It is known for its beautiful mix of historic architecture and modern life. The city has a lovely old town where you can wander through narrow streets, visit colorful markets, and enjoy cozy cafes.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.Wikipedia · Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $109.73
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $50.75
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $115.33
  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $144.87

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $3.53
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $1,453

Food - Beverages

  • CappuccinoUSD $2.48
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $3.4
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $3.78
  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $2.93
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $1.94

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $12.29
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $56.69
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $8.51

Food - Grocery

  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $11.38
  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $14.43
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $1.78
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.93
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $1.99
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $2.88
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.07
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.19
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.22
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $1.31
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $8.03
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $6.43
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $3.33
  • Dozen EggsUSD $3.27
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $11.58
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $2.88
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.55

Housing

  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,270
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $898.98
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $456.48
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $304.79
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $724.06
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $549.75

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $56.52
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $212.72
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $15.46
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $9.45
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $7,464

Transportation

  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $8.03
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $32,935
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $0.76
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $2.84
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $68.03
  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $1.82
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $34,013

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $34.78
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $252.38

Costs reflect a typical lifestyle in each place, excluding rent unless stated. Numbers are a starting point — always cross-check before big decisions.

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How we calculate these numbers

When local data is missing (e.g. salary for a smaller city), we estimate from peer cities in the same country using a median ratio.

Full methodology, assumptions, and formulas live on our About page.