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Zadar vs Zagreb

Croatia vs Croatia · 198 km apart

Zadar

Croatia

€633 ($688)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Zagreb

Croatia

€840 ($913)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Zadar is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Zadar 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 Zadar  ·  Full cost of living in Zagreb

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zadar cheaper than Zagreb?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $688 per month in Zadar versus $913 in Zagreb — about 33% less.
How far is Zadar from Zagreb?
The straight-line distance between Zadar and Zagreb is approximately 198 km (123 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Zadar or Zagreb?
The estimated average net salary is $1,400 in Zadar and $1,820 in Zagreb. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $712 in Zadar versus $907 in Zagreb per month.