Belgrade, Serbia

Cost of Living in Belgrade, Serbia

Quick answer: As of 2026, living in Belgrade costs approximately $1,411 per month for one person, with city-centre one-bedroom rent averaging $928. Actual costs vary with lifestyle, neighborhood, and exchange rates.

Belgrade is a city in Serbia, where a single person can expect to spend about $1,411 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $928 per month, or $606 outside the centre. Internet is solid at around 104 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Belgrade scores 65/100 — generally safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 85°F and winter highs around 47°F, with roughly 304 sunny days a year.

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Monthly Cost$1,411≈ $47/day
1BR Rent (Centre)$928
Internet104 Mbps
Safety65/100
Avg Temp66°F

Belgrade Cost of Living Breakdown

🍽️ Dining

Inexpensive Restaurant$13.94
Mid-Range Restaurant (2 People)$58.17
McDonald's Combo Meal$12.03
Cappuccino$2.96
Domestic Beer (Restaurant)$3.57
Bottled Water (Restaurant)$2.29

🛒 Groceries

Milk (1 Liter)$1.42
Bread (1 lb Loaf)$0.90
Eggs (12)$2.79
Chicken Fillets (1 lb)$3.52
Apples (1 lb)$0.77
Bananas (1 lb)$0.96
Tomatoes (1 lb)$1.07
Potatoes (1 lb)$0.48
Water (1.5L Bottle)$0.72
Wine (Mid-Range Bottle)$8.52
Cigarettes (Marlboro)$4.71

🚌 Transportation

Taxi Start$3.21
Taxi (1 Mile)$1.69
Gasoline (1 Liter)$1.90
VW Golf (New)$32,102.34

⚡ Utilities & Tech

Basic Utilities (Monthly)$225.59
Mobile Phone Plan$21.60
Broadband Internet$35.90

🎬 Lifestyle

Gym Membership (Monthly)$42.53
Cinema Ticket$8.13
Preschool (Monthly)$458.14
Intl. Primary School (Annual)$10,366.22

👔 Clothing

Jeans (Levi's 501)$120.60
Nike Running Shoes$116.64

🏠 Housing

Rent 1BR (City Centre)$927.83
Rent 1BR (Outside Centre)$605.82
Rent 3BR (City Centre)$1,787.71
Rent 3BR (Outside Centre)$1,213.78
Buy Price/sqft (Centre)$471.95
Buy Price/sqft (Outside)$291.19

📊 Summary

Avg Monthly Net Salary$1,206.44
Mortgage Interest Rate4.9%
Family of 4 (Monthly, excl. rent)$2,800.50
Single Person (Monthly, excl. rent)$805.50

Cost data sourced from Numbeo.

Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Belgrade

Internet104 Mbps
Safety65/100
Healthcare53/100
Public Transit60/100
Walkability68/100
Nightlife70/100
Food Scene72/100
Fine Dining5/100
Coffee Culture62/100
Air Quality82/100
Green Spaces55/100
Culture62/100
Beaches5/100
Hiking50/100
Surfing0/100
Coworking Spaces18
US Visa-Free90 days

Neighborhoods in Belgrade

Dorćol · Vračar · Savamala · Stari Grad

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Belgrade FAQ

How much does it cost to live in Belgrade?

A single person should budget around $1,411 per month in Belgrade, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs. A family of four typically needs about $2,801 per month.

How much is rent in Belgrade?

A one-bedroom apartment in central Belgrade averages $928 per month, dropping to about $606 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $1,788.

Is Belgrade safe?

Belgrade scores 65/100 on safety, which is generally safe. Tourist safety is rated 72/100.

How fast is the internet in Belgrade?

Median download speeds in Belgrade are around 104 Mbps — solid for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 18 coworking spaces in the city.

Does Serbia offer a digital nomad visa?

Serbia does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders can usually stay 90 days visa-free.

What is the weather like in Belgrade?

Belgrade sees summer highs around 85°F and winter highs near 47°F, with about 304 sunny days and 132 rainy days per year.

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