What one month of living costs a single person, from our own rent and grocery data: Belgrade 918 €, Niš 700 €, Novi Sad 688 € — one-bedroom rent, groceries, utilities and transport. The snapshot is refreshed monthly.
How much money is needed to live in Serbia? Below are real-life expense benchmarks for 2026 - for one person and for a family. For an accurate calculation by city and including heating, visit our Cost of Living section.
The largest expense. Furnished apartment per month:
For details on deposit, contract, and districts, see the Renting an Apartment in Serbia guide. Current listings are available in the Housing section.
Utilities (electricity, water, info/gas heating) cost 80-150 € per month; in winter, with central heating, the figure increases. Internet and mobile communication together cost 20-30 €.
Groceries for one person - 200-300 € per month. Compare prices across chains and assemble a basket in the Product Prices section. In cafes: coffee 1.5-2 €, lunch 5-9 €.
A single urban transport ticket costs about 0.9 €, and a monthly pass - 25-40 €. Many people walk and use public transport; routes are available in our transport planner.
Compare this with salaries in the Salaries in Serbia guide to assess your budget.
The cost of living in Serbia for one person is 600-1000 € per month, for a family - 1200-1800 €. The main factor is rent and the chosen city. For an accurate calculation by your city (with utilities and heating), visit the Cost of Living section.