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Cost of Living in Stara Gora

Stara Gora, Srpska, Republika, Bosnia and Herzegovina

▼ -13% vs Bosnia and Herzegovina average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)KM746 ($414)
Couple, monthlyKM1,323 ($735)
Family of four, monthlyKM1,710 ($950)

Estimated Prices in Stara Gora

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantKM8.04 ($4.46)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeKM32.14 ($17.86)per meal
CappuccinoKM2.41 ($1.34)each
Monthly groceries (single person)KM182 ($101)per month
Monthly public transport passKM29.46 ($16.37)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentKM77.67 ($43.15)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)KM22.50 ($12.50)per month
Fitness club membershipKM22.50 ($12.50)per month
Cinema ticketKM5.89 ($3.27)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreKM302 ($168)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreKM210 ($117)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreKM631 ($351)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Stara Gora is KM1,256 ($698) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of KM746 ($414) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly KM970 ($539) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (KM210 ($117)) represents about 28% of the total single-person budget.

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Other Major Cities in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Sarajevo

Bosnia and Herzegovina, Federation of · pop. 394,002

KM1,069 ($594) / mo

Banja Luka

Srpska, Republika · pop. 185,042

KM806 ($448) / mo

Tuzla

Bosnia and Herzegovina, Federation of · pop. 110,979

KM806 ($448) / mo

Mostar

Bosnia and Herzegovina, Federation of · pop. 105,448

KM806 ($448) / mo

Prijedor

Srpska, Republika · pop. 89,397

KM806 ($448) / mo

Zenica

Bosnia and Herzegovina, Federation of · pop. 70,553

KM806 ($448) / mo

Doboj

Srpska, Republika · pop. 68,514

KM806 ($448) / mo

Ilidža

Bosnia and Herzegovina, Federation of · pop. 66,730

KM806 ($448) / mo

Living in Stara Gora

Stara Gora is one of the key cities in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is KM746 ($414), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around KM210 ($117) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to KM1,710 ($950) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately KM1,323 ($735) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Stara Gora is KM1,256 ($698). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least KM970 ($539) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stara Gora expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated KM746 ($414) per month in Stara Gora including rent outside the city centre. That is 13% less than the national average for Bosnia and Herzegovina.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Stara Gora?
A net salary of around KM970 ($539) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Stara Gora with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Stara Gora is KM1,256 ($698).
How much is rent in Stara Gora?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated KM302 ($168) per month in the city centre and KM210 ($117) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about KM631 ($351).
Is Stara Gora cheaper than Bosnia and Herzegovina on average?
Yes — Stara Gora is estimated to be about 13% cheaper than the Bosnia and Herzegovina average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Stara Gora?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at KM182 ($101) in Stara Gora. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about KM8 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around KM2 ($1).
How do transport costs in Stara Gora compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Stara Gora is estimated at KM29 ($16). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Stara Gora are estimates based on Bosnia and Herzegovina national averages adjusted for city size. Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.