Sarajevo, Bosnia

In 2026, a single person living in Sarajevo needs approximately EUR 839/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 1,661/month. Sarajevo is considered a affordable city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Sarajevo costs approximately EUR 407/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 750/month. Rent has changed +3% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Sarajevo are approximately EUR 268 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Sarajevo costs EUR 27 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Sarajevo average EUR 86 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Sarajevo is located in Bosnia (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 407/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 839/month, it is affordable by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Sarajevo costs approximately EUR 6 in 2026. Budget around EUR 51/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Sarajevo from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 21.7% over this period (from EUR 334 in 2022 to EUR 407 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Sarajevo in 2026, a single person needs approximately EUR 839/month. This covers rent (EUR 407), groceries (EUR 268), transport (EUR 27), utilities (EUR 86) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 1,661/month.