Cost of Living in Dubrovnik, Croatia
Dubrovnik is a city in Croatia, where a single person can expect to spend about $1,700 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $1,543 per month, or $967 outside the centre. Internet is solid at around 79 Mbps median download speed, and Croatia offers a digital nomad visa. On safety, Dubrovnik scores 84/100 — very safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 87°F and winter highs around 55°F, with roughly 247 sunny days a year.
Dubrovnik Cost of Living Breakdown
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Dubrovnik
How Dubrovnik Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Dubrovnik ranks in the top 9% for safety, but sits in the bottom 25% for internet speed. It costs more than 52% of them.
| Metric | Dubrovnik | World rank | Rank in Europe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $1,700 | #179 of 340 | #30 of 91 |
| Safety | 84/100 | #29 of 340 | #15 of 91 |
| Healthcare | 68/100 | #173 of 340 | #57 of 91 |
| Internet speed | 79 Mbps | #257 of 340 | #80 of 91 |
| Walkability | 72/100 | #76 of 340 | #54 of 91 |
| Public transit | 30/100 | #199 of 340 | #80 of 91 |
| Food scene | 72/100 | #178 of 340 | #41 of 91 |
| Air quality | 89/100 | #64 of 340 | #30 of 91 |
Rank 1 = most affordable, safest, and so on. Computed across every city in Voyica's dataset (June 2026 snapshot); ties share a rank.
Cheaper Alternatives to Dubrovnik
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Dubrovnik.
- Zagreb, Croatia — $1,440/mo, 15% cheaper, safety 78/100
- Kotor, Montenegro — $1,398/mo, 18% cheaper, safety 78/100
- Riga, Latvia — $1,405/mo, 17% cheaper, safety 76/100
- Budapest, Hungary — $1,380/mo, 19% cheaper, safety 78/100
Dubrovnik FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Dubrovnik?
A single person should budget around $1,700 per month in Dubrovnik, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs.
How much is rent in Dubrovnik?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Dubrovnik averages $1,543 per month, dropping to about $967 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $2,105.
Is Dubrovnik safe?
Dubrovnik scores 84/100 on safety, which is very safe. Tourist safety is rated 85/100.
How fast is the internet in Dubrovnik?
Median download speeds in Dubrovnik are around 79 Mbps — solid for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 8 coworking spaces in the city.
Does Croatia offer a digital nomad visa?
Yes — Croatia offers a digital nomad visa. US passport holders can typically stay 90 days visa-free before applying.
What is the weather like in Dubrovnik?
Dubrovnik sees summer highs around 87°F and winter highs near 55°F, with about 247 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 85 days.
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