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Sarajevo vs Mostar

Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Bosnia and Herzegovina · 75 km apart

Sarajevo

Bosnia and Herzegovina

KM1,069 ($594)

single / month

VS

Mostar

Bosnia and Herzegovina

KM806 ($448)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Mostar is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Sarajevo runs about $594 versus $448 in Mostar — a difference of roughly 25%.

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 Sarajevo  ·  Full cost of living in Mostar

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sarajevo cheaper than Mostar?
No. Sarajevo costs an estimated $594 per month for a single person, about 25% more than Mostar at $448.
How far is Sarajevo from Mostar?
The straight-line distance between Sarajevo and Mostar is approximately 75 km (47 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Sarajevo or Mostar?
The estimated average net salary is $975 in Sarajevo and $750 in Mostar. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $381 in Sarajevo versus $302 in Mostar per month.