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Zagreb vs Split

Croatia vs Croatia · 259 km apart

Zagreb

Croatia

€840 ($913)

single / month

VS

Split

Croatia

€633 ($688)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Split is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Zagreb runs about $913 versus $688 in Split — 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 Split

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zagreb cheaper than Split?
No. Zagreb costs an estimated $913 per month for a single person, about 25% more than Split at $688.
How far is Zagreb from Split?
The straight-line distance between Zagreb and Split is approximately 259 km (161 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Zagreb or Split?
The estimated average net salary is $1,820 in Zagreb and $1,400 in Split. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $907 in Zagreb versus $712 in Split per month.