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Dubrovnik vs Zadar

Croatia vs Croatia · 285 km apart

Dubrovnik

Croatia

€565 ($614)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Zadar

Croatia

€633 ($688)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseDubrovnikZadarCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$6.48$7.20Dubrovnik
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$25.92$28.80Dubrovnik
Cappuccino$1.94$2.16Dubrovnik
Monthly groceries (single person)$147$163Dubrovnik
Monthly public transport pass$23.76$26.40Dubrovnik
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$62.64$69.60Dubrovnik
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$18.14$20.16Dubrovnik
Fitness club membership$18.14$20.16Dubrovnik
Cinema ticket$4.75$5.28Dubrovnik
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$262$299Dubrovnik
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$182$208Dubrovnik
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$547$624Dubrovnik
Total single-person budget$614$688Dubrovnik
Average net salary$1,260$1,400

Verdict

Dubrovnik is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Dubrovnik runs about $614 versus $688 in Zadar — a difference of roughly 12%.

Salary-adjusted, Zadar 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 Dubrovnik  ·  Full cost of living in Zadar

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dubrovnik cheaper than Zadar?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $614 per month in Dubrovnik versus $688 in Zadar — about 12% less.
How far is Dubrovnik from Zadar?
The straight-line distance between Dubrovnik and Zadar is approximately 285 km (177 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Dubrovnik or Zadar?
The estimated average net salary is $1,260 in Dubrovnik and $1,400 in Zadar. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $646 in Dubrovnik versus $712 in Zadar per month.