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Zagreb vs Osijek

Croatia vs Croatia · 211 km apart

Zagreb

Croatia

€840 ($913)

single / month

VS

Osijek

Croatia

€633 ($688)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Osijek is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Zagreb runs about $913 versus $688 in Osijek — a difference of roughly 25%.

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 Zagreb  ·  Full cost of living in Osijek

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zagreb cheaper than Osijek?
No. Zagreb costs an estimated $913 per month for a single person, about 25% more than Osijek at $688.
How far is Zagreb from Osijek?
The straight-line distance between Zagreb and Osijek is approximately 211 km (131 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Zagreb or Osijek?
The estimated average net salary is $1,820 in Zagreb and $1,400 in Osijek. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $907 in Zagreb versus $712 in Osijek per month.