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Mostar vs Sarajevo

Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Bosnia and Herzegovina · 75 km apart

Mostar

Bosnia and Herzegovina

KM806 ($448)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Sarajevo

Bosnia and Herzegovina

KM1,069 ($594)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseMostarSarajevoCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4.80$6.24Mostar
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$19.20$24.96Mostar
Cappuccino$1.44$1.87Mostar
Monthly groceries (single person)$109$141Mostar
Monthly public transport pass$17.60$22.88Mostar
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$46.40$60.32Mostar
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$13.44$17.47Mostar
Fitness club membership$13.44$17.47Mostar
Cinema ticket$3.52$4.58Mostar
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$184$255Mostar
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$128$178Mostar
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$384$533Mostar
Total single-person budget$448$594Mostar
Average net salary$750$975

Verdict

Mostar is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Mostar runs about $448 versus $594 in Sarajevo — a difference of roughly 33%.

Salary-adjusted, Sarajevo leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Mostar  ·  Full cost of living in Sarajevo

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mostar cheaper than Sarajevo?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $448 per month in Mostar versus $594 in Sarajevo — about 33% less.
How far is Mostar from Sarajevo?
The straight-line distance between Mostar and Sarajevo is approximately 75 km (47 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Mostar or Sarajevo?
The estimated average net salary is $750 in Mostar and $975 in Sarajevo. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $302 in Mostar versus $381 in Sarajevo per month.