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Osijek vs Zagreb

Croatia vs Croatia · 211 km apart

Osijek

Croatia

€633 ($688)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Zagreb

Croatia

€840 ($913)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseOsijekZagrebCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$7.20$9.36Osijek
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$28.80$37.44Osijek
Cappuccino$2.16$2.81Osijek
Monthly groceries (single person)$163$212Osijek
Monthly public transport pass$26.40$34.32Osijek
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$69.60$90.48Osijek
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$20.16$26.21Osijek
Fitness club membership$20.16$26.21Osijek
Cinema ticket$5.28$6.86Osijek
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$299$415Osijek
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$208$289Osijek
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$624$866Osijek
Total single-person budget$688$913Osijek
Average net salary$1,400$1,820

Verdict

Osijek is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Osijek runs about $688 versus $913 in Zagreb — a difference of roughly 33%.

Salary-adjusted, Zagreb 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 Osijek  ·  Full cost of living in Zagreb

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Osijek cheaper than Zagreb?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $688 per month in Osijek versus $913 in Zagreb — about 33% less.
How far is Osijek from Zagreb?
The straight-line distance between Osijek and Zagreb is approximately 211 km (131 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Osijek or Zagreb?
The estimated average net salary is $1,400 in Osijek and $1,820 in Zagreb. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $712 in Osijek versus $907 in Zagreb per month.