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Zagreb vs Zadar

Croatia vs Croatia · 198 km apart

Zagreb

Croatia

€840 ($913)

single / month

VS

Zadar

Croatia

€633 ($688)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zagreb cheaper than Zadar?
No. Zagreb costs an estimated $913 per month for a single person, about 25% more than Zadar at $688.
How far is Zagreb from Zadar?
The straight-line distance between Zagreb and Zadar is approximately 198 km (123 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Zagreb or Zadar?
The estimated average net salary is $1,820 in Zagreb and $1,400 in Zadar. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $907 in Zagreb versus $712 in Zadar per month.