Novi Sad, Serbia

In 2026, a single person living in Novi Sad needs approximately EUR 741/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 1,406/month. Novi Sad is considered a affordable city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Novi Sad costs approximately EUR 421/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 752/month. Rent has changed +4.2% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Novi Sad are approximately EUR 177 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Novi Sad costs EUR 22 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Novi Sad average EUR 77 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Novi Sad is located in Serbia (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 421/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 741/month, it is affordable by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Novi Sad costs approximately EUR 6 in 2026. Budget around EUR 44/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Novi Sad from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 25.8% over this period (from EUR 334 in 2022 to EUR 421 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Novi Sad in 2026, a single person needs approximately EUR 741/month. This covers rent (EUR 421), groceries (EUR 177), transport (EUR 22), utilities (EUR 77) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 1,406/month.