Zagreb, Croatia

In 2026, a single person living in Zagreb needs approximately EUR 1,115/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 2,115/month. Zagreb is considered a affordable city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Zagreb costs approximately EUR 593/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 1,025/month. Rent has changed +3.2% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Zagreb are approximately EUR 313 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Zagreb costs EUR 32 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Zagreb average EUR 108 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Zagreb is located in Croatia (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 593/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 1,115/month, it is affordable by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Zagreb costs approximately EUR 9 in 2026. Budget around EUR 69/month if dining out a few times a week.

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.

To live comfortably in Zagreb in 2026, a single person needs approximately EUR 1,115/month. This covers rent (EUR 593), groceries (EUR 313), transport (EUR 32), utilities (EUR 108) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 2,115/month.