Serbia vs Serbia · 70 km apart
Serbia
single / month
Cheaper overallSerbia
single / month
| Expense | Novi Sad | Belgrade | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $5.41 | $6.63 | Novi Sad |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $21.62 | $26.52 | Novi Sad |
| Cappuccino | $1.62 | $1.99 | Novi Sad |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $123 | $150 | Novi Sad |
| Monthly public transport pass | $19.82 | $24.31 | Novi Sad |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $52.26 | $64.09 | Novi Sad |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $15.14 | $18.56 | Novi Sad |
| Fitness club membership | $15.14 | $18.56 | Novi Sad |
| Cinema ticket | $3.96 | $4.86 | Novi Sad |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $223 | $287 | Novi Sad |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $155 | $200 | Novi Sad |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $465 | $600 | Novi Sad |
| Total single-person budget | $515 | $642 | Novi Sad |
| Average net salary | $795 | $975 |
Novi Sad is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Novi Sad runs about $515 versus $642 in Belgrade — a difference of roughly 25%.
Salary-adjusted, Belgrade 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 Novi Sad · Full cost of living in Belgrade