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Zagreb, Croatia

Cost of living · 2024 · Europe · Rent +6.4% vs 2023

1-Bed Rent EUR 550 per month
3-Bed Rent EUR 950 per month
Groceries EUR 290 per month
Transport Pass EUR 30 per month
Utilities EUR 100 per month
Restaurant Meal EUR 8 per person

Rent trend in Zagreb (2022–2026)

Cost breakdown in Zagreb (2024)

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Estimated monthly budget in Zagreb

Based on 2024 data. Includes rent, groceries, transport, utilities and occasional dining out.

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Single person
EUR 1,034
🏠 Rent EUR 550
🛒 Groceries EUR 290
🚌 Transport EUR 30
💡 Utilities EUR 100
🍽️ Dining out EUR 64
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Family (3–4 people)
EUR 1,961
🏠 Rent 3-bed EUR 950
🛒 Groceries EUR 725
🚌 Transport ×2 EUR 60
💡 Utilities EUR 130
🍽️ Dining out EUR 96

Cost comparison — cities in Croatia (2024)

City 1-Bed Rent Groceries Transport Utilities vs Zagreb
Zagreb EUR 550 EUR 290 EUR 30 EUR 100
Dubrovnik EUR 1,100 EUR 320 EUR 30 EUR 110 +100%
Split EUR 900 EUR 300 EUR 25 EUR 105 +63.6%

Other Europe cities (2024)

Frequently asked questions

What is the cost of living in Zagreb in 2024?

In 2024, a single person living in Zagreb needs approximately EUR 1,034/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 1,961/month. Zagreb is considered a affordable city by global standards.

How much is rent in Zagreb in 2024?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Zagreb costs approximately EUR 550/month in 2024. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 950/month. Rent has changed +6.4% vs 2023.

How much do groceries cost in Zagreb?

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Zagreb are approximately EUR 290 in 2024. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

What does public transport cost in Zagreb?

A monthly public transport pass in Zagreb costs EUR 30 in 2024, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

How much are utilities in Zagreb?

Monthly utility costs in Zagreb average EUR 100 in 2024, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Is Zagreb expensive to live in?

Zagreb is located in Croatia (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 550/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 1,034/month, it is affordable by global standards.

How much does eating out cost in Zagreb?

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Zagreb costs approximately EUR 8 in 2024. Budget around EUR 64/month if dining out a few times a week.

How have living costs in Zagreb changed over time?

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Zagreb from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 22.5% over this period (from EUR 484 in 2022 to EUR 593 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

What is the monthly budget needed to live comfortably in Zagreb?

To live comfortably in Zagreb in 2024, a single person needs approximately EUR 1,034/month. This covers rent (EUR 550), groceries (EUR 290), transport (EUR 30), utilities (EUR 100) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 1,961/month.

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