Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Cost of Living in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Quick answer: As of 2026, living in Sarajevo costs approximately $1,101 per month for one person, with city-centre one-bedroom rent averaging $481. Actual costs vary with lifestyle, neighborhood, and exchange rates.

Sarajevo is a city in Bosnia and Herzegovina, where a single person can expect to spend about $1,101 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $481 per month, or $338 outside the centre. Internet is workable at around 34 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Sarajevo scores 72/100 — generally safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 82°F and winter highs around 38°F, with roughly 190 sunny days a year.

Family friendlySafe tap water
Monthly Cost$1,101≈ $37/day
1BR Rent (Centre)$481
Internet34 Mbps
Safety72/100
Avg Temp60°F

Sarajevo Cost of Living Breakdown

🍽️ Dining

Inexpensive Restaurant$9.04
Mid-Range Restaurant (2 People)$42.17
McDonald's Combo Meal$9.04
Cappuccino$2.27
Domestic Beer (Restaurant)$3.01
Bottled Water (Restaurant)$1.52

🛒 Groceries

Milk (1 Liter)$1.34
Bread (1 lb Loaf)$1.16
Eggs (12)$2.95
Chicken Fillets (1 lb)$3.93
Apples (1 lb)$0.72
Bananas (1 lb)$0.83
Tomatoes (1 lb)$0.98
Potatoes (1 lb)$0.49
Water (1.5L Bottle)$0.77
Wine (Mid-Range Bottle)$8.43
Cigarettes (Marlboro)$4.10

🚌 Transportation

One-Way Ticket$1.33
Monthly Transit Pass$36.14
Taxi Start$1.51
Taxi (1 Mile)$1.45
Gasoline (1 Liter)$1.49
VW Golf (New)$30,722.89

⚡ Utilities & Tech

Basic Utilities (Monthly)$217.49
Mobile Phone Plan$17.78
Broadband Internet$30.48

🎬 Lifestyle

Gym Membership (Monthly)$38.44
Cinema Ticket$7.23
Preschool (Monthly)$243.55
Intl. Primary School (Annual)$3,915.66

👔 Clothing

Jeans (Levi's 501)$96.17
Nike Running Shoes$99.18

🏠 Housing

Rent 1BR (City Centre)$480.96
Rent 1BR (Outside Centre)$338.43
Rent 3BR (City Centre)$1,061.83
Rent 3BR (Outside Centre)$633.80
Buy Price/sqft (Centre)$310.70
Buy Price/sqft (Outside)$219.19

📊 Summary

Avg Monthly Net Salary$1,006.66
Mortgage Interest Rate4.25%
Family of 4 (Monthly, excl. rent)$2,646.90
Single Person (Monthly, excl. rent)$762.40

Cost data sourced from Numbeo.

Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Sarajevo

Internet34 Mbps
Safety72/100
Healthcare48/100
Public Transit50/100
Walkability70/100
Nightlife40/100
Food Scene60/100
Fine Dining0/100
Coffee Culture35/100
Air Quality55/100
Green Spaces45/100
Culture75/100
Beaches0/100
Hiking60/100
Surfing0/100
Coworking Spaces20
US Visa-Free90 days

Sarajevo FAQ

How much does it cost to live in Sarajevo?

A single person should budget around $1,101 per month in Sarajevo, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs. A family of four typically needs about $2,647 per month.

How much is rent in Sarajevo?

A one-bedroom apartment in central Sarajevo averages $481 per month, dropping to about $338 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $1,062.

Is Sarajevo safe?

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

How fast is the internet in Sarajevo?

Median download speeds in Sarajevo are around 34 Mbps — workable for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 20 coworking spaces in the city.

Does Bosnia and Herzegovina offer a digital nomad visa?

Bosnia and Herzegovina 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 Sarajevo?

Sarajevo sees summer highs around 82°F and winter highs near 38°F, with about 190 sunny days and 110 rainy days per year.

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