Cost of Living in Bosnia And Herzegovina - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Bosnia And Herzegovina
Address: BA

Monthly Cost of Living

Average monthly costs for a single person come to about $974 including rent across Bosnia And Herzegovina.

Estimated average monthly cost for a couple: $1,462 including rent across Bosnia And Herzegovina.

Average monthly costs for a family of three come to about $1,950 including rent across Bosnia And Herzegovina.

Living costs in Bosnia And Herzegovina vary widely – from $796 in more affordable cities to $1,255 in major hubs, spanning a $459 range across 31 cities.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$7.58 BAM 12.78

$4.67 BAM 7.87

$11.66 BAM 19.65

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$36.81 BAM 62.0

$23.55 BAM 39.69

$64.8 BAM 109

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$7.71 BAM 12.98

$5.93 BAM 9.99

$8.89 BAM 14.98

Cappuccino

$1.72 BAM 2.90

$1.18 BAM 1.98

$2.41 BAM 4.06

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.04 BAM 3.44

$1.82 BAM 3.06

$2.67 BAM 4.51

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.30 BAM 2.19

$0.87 BAM 1.46

$1.74 BAM 2.93

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$2.32 BAM 3.92

$1.74 BAM 2.93

$3.49 BAM 5.87

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.43 BAM 4.10

$1.82 BAM 3.07

$3.65 BAM 6.15

Milk (1 liter)

$1.30 BAM 2.19

$0.97 BAM 1.64

$1.71 BAM 2.88

White Bread (500g)

$1.15 BAM 1.94

$0.84 BAM 1.41

$1.80 BAM 3.03

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.97 BAM 3.32

$1.18 BAM 1.99

$2.95 BAM 4.98

Eggs

$2.91 BAM 4.90

$2.16 BAM 3.64

$3.61 BAM 6.08

Local Cheese (1kg)

$9.05 BAM 15.26

$4.78 BAM 8.05

$14.92 BAM 25.13

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$7.98 BAM 13.44

$4.87 BAM 8.21

$9.13 BAM 15.39

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$12.57 BAM 21.18

$9.43 BAM 15.90

$17.70 BAM 29.82

Apples (1kg)

$1.45 BAM 2.45

$0.90 BAM 1.52

$1.81 BAM 3.05

Banana (1kg)

$1.72 BAM 2.89

$1.16 BAM 1.95

$2.31 BAM 3.89

Oranges (1kg)

$1.66 BAM 2.79

$1.11 BAM 1.88

$2.93 BAM 4.93

Tomato (1kg)

$1.88 BAM 3.17

$1.05 BAM 1.78

$2.93 BAM 4.93

Potato (1kg)

$1.09 BAM 1.84

$0.60 BAM 1.00

$1.51 BAM 2.54

Onion (1kg)

$1.28 BAM 2.15

$0.58 BAM 0.98

$1.75 BAM 2.94

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.12 BAM 1.89

$0.60 BAM 1.01

$1.81 BAM 3.05

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.80 BAM 1.35

$0.55 BAM 0.93

$1.22 BAM 2.05

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$3.80 BAM 6.40

$3.51 BAM 5.92

$4.09 BAM 6.90

Wine (Bottle)

$7.80 BAM 13.15

$4.20 BAM 7.08

$12.00 BAM 20.23

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$0.96 BAM 1.62

$0.60 BAM 1.01

$1.51 BAM 2.55

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.34 BAM 2.25

$0.87 BAM 1.46

$2.15 BAM 3.62

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$1.29 BAM 2.18

$1.18 BAM 1.98

$2.35 BAM 3.96

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$35.87 BAM 60.4

$29.90 BAM 50.4

$52.6 BAM 88.7

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$1.46 BAM 2.46

$1.17 BAM 1.96

$2.04 BAM 3.43

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$1.16 BAM 1.96

$0.58 BAM 0.97

$1.46 BAM 2.45

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$10.63 BAM 17.90

$5.91 BAM 9.96

$17.71 BAM 29.85

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.62 BAM 2.74

$1.42 BAM 2.40

$1.77 BAM 2.98

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$32.0K BAM 53.9K

$30.0K BAM 50.6K

$32.0K BAM 53.9K

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$25.1K BAM 42.3K

$21.1K BAM 35.6K

$29.4K BAM 49.5K

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$174 BAM 294

$103 BAM 174

$242 BAM 408

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$17.73 BAM 29.87

$8.82 BAM 14.86

$23.51 BAM 39.61

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$28.30 BAM 47.68

$20.76 BAM 34.99

$41.53 BAM 70.0

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$33.79 BAM 56.9

$23.33 BAM 39.31

$46.67 BAM 78.6

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$14.91 BAM 25.13

$8.96 BAM 15.09

$20.90 BAM 35.21

Cinema Ticket

$6.10 BAM 10.28

$4.27 BAM 7.19

$9.15 BAM 15.41

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$213 BAM 358

$119 BAM 201

$303 BAM 511

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$3,937 BAM 6,634

$2,065 BAM 3,479

$8,850 BAM 14.9K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$72.2 BAM 122

$29.71 BAM 50.1

$131 BAM 220

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$34.48 BAM 58.1

$17.90 BAM 30.17

$47.74 BAM 80.4

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$99.6 BAM 168

$72.4 BAM 122

$121 BAM 203

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$107 BAM 181

$70.1 BAM 118

$158 BAM 266

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$325 BAM 547

$178 BAM 299

$493 BAM 830

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$241 BAM 407

$151 BAM 254

$361 BAM 609

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$565 BAM 951

$294 BAM 495

$1,174 BAM 1,979

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$385 BAM 649

$224 BAM 377

$648 BAM 1,092

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$2,290 BAM 3,858

$1,399 BAM 2,357

$3,556 BAM 5,992

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,780 BAM 2,999

$1,192 BAM 2,009

$2,706 BAM 4,560

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$852 BAM 1,436

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

4.46

3.55

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: September 7, 2026

Cost Breakdown

Average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in the city center: $308 in Bosnia And Herzegovina. For reference, capital rent is $467 in Sarajevo, and $180 in Gradiska.

National average salary: $734. With average costs at $974, the gap is significant. Expats and remote workers with foreign income benefit most.

Expect to spend about $219 monthly on groceries. Dining out at a mid-range restaurant averages $34.00 for two.

In Sarajevo (capital), expect about $1,241 per month, while Gradiska offers the lowest costs at $796 – which city you pick has a tangible effect on the budget.

Cost Highlights

Overall living costs ($974) is 29% below the global median of $1,379.

Average rent ($308) is 54% below the global median of $664.

Dining out ($34.00) is 31% below the global median of $49.00.

Public transport ($19.00) is 44% below the global median of $34.00.

By City in Bosnia And Herzegovina

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Rank	City	Population	Living Index	Solo costs (no rent) / month	Solo costs (with rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (no rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (with rent) / month	Mobile download speed (Mbps)	Internet download speed (Mbps)
1	Banja Luka	138963	58	$757	$1,255	$1,906	$2,539	153.86	33.91
2	Bihac	39690	47	$593	$1,003	$1,448	$1,897	161.24	13.75
3	Bijeljina	42278	44	$668	$950	$1,739	$2,009	142.3	26.55
4	Bosanska Krupa	10196	42	$512	$914	$1,190	$1,672	144.4	9.58
5	Brcko	39893	43	$497	$931	$1,539	$1,807	86.44	21.46
6	Bugojno	15555	43	$525	$936	$1,257	$1,813	32.19	21.13
7	Cazin	13863	39	$552	$852	$1,334	$1,743	218.85	9.58
8	Doboj	25132	40	$552	$859	$1,296	$1,837	34.88	19.57
9	Foca	12334	46	$575	$996	$1,335	$1,873	167.41	21.78
10	Gorazde	20897	43	$554	$938	$1,372	$1,837	217.31	20.75
11	Gracanica	12882	47	$629	$1,042	$1,550	$2,076	186.33	26.76
12	Gradiska	14368	37	$585	$796	$1,612	$1,859	179.19	19.94
13	Istočno Sarajevo	10642	44	$630	$968	$1,582	$1,894	53.25	43.07
14	Kakanj	11796	44	$587	$982	$1,417	$1,924	22.96	20.73
15	Konjic	10732	53	$730	$1,146	$1,848	$2,360	194.55	65.38
16	Livno	17000	43	$527	$918	$1,285	$1,790	122.19	29.58
17	Lukavac	12061	45	$608	$980	$1,435	$1,888	108.22	23.96
18	Maglaj	7000	46	$610	$990	$1,464	$2,014	78.76	16.06
19	Mostar	60195	44	$572	$975	$1,560	$1,943	133.8	126.83
20	Neum	3200	46	$598	$985	$1,386	$1,890	80.51	23.55
21	Pale	12569	47	$658	$1,002	$1,668	$2,075	57.78	21.33
22	Prijedor	32342	48	$652	$1,030	$1,575	$2,066	29.49	49.96
23	Sanski Most	16913	37	$548	$809	$1,308	$1,674	39.66	12.41
24	Sarajevo	271194	58	$714	$1,241	$1,750	$2,598	92.95	111.71
25	Tesanj	5500	44	$566	$954	$1,305	$1,825	30.74	15.06
26	Travnik	15344	43	$509	$948	$1,278	$1,765	31.9	23.4
27	Trebinje	25589	41	$539	$890	$1,329	$1,932	33.55	60.06
28	Tuzla	74475	42	$587	$924	$1,401	$1,798	116.66	23.63
29	Visoko	11552	45	$675	$976	$1,611	$2,039	67.7	46.84
30	Zenica	70533	41	$555	$868	$1,297	$1,727	158.96	33.11
31	Zepce	7500	52	$702	$1,139	$1,752	$2,279	136.79	20.79

Bosnia And Herzegovina Median Internet Speeds (Updated April 2026)

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Fixed Broadband

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The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

Digital Nomad Cost of Living Index

Cost of Living in Bosnia And Herzegovina - Frequently Asked Questions

Cost of Living in Bosnia And Herzegovina tends to feel approachable for travelers and long-term visitors, with a broad mix of housing, food, and culture. You can find affordable options in smaller towns and a satisfying range of central apartments in key cities like Sarajevo, Mostar, and Banja Luka. Rural areas often offer even more breathing room for your budget. Seasonal needs, such as heating in winter and cooling in summer, shape monthly expenses more than raw price tags. Neighborhoods span quaint old-town cores to modern residential belts, so you can tailor lifestyle to your pace. Tip: spend a few days exploring different neighborhoods to gauge value and vibe.

Bosnia And Herzegovina living cost varies by city, neighborhood, and building type, so you’ll want to tailor your searches. For housing, check trusted local agencies, university boards, and popular online groups; expect short-term trials before a longer lease and be mindful of heating policies and energy usage. Food options span vibrant markets, bakeries, and family-run eateries; cooking at home with seasonal produce can stretch your budget. Public transit is practical in cities, with trams and buses; bikes and rideshares fill gaps. For errands, locate a nearby market, pharmacy, and coworking hub to minimize trips. Tip: map a core walkable zone to simplify daily routines.

Quality of life leans on balance: you can enjoy outdoor time in mountain trails and river towns; budgeting frameworks like flexible envelopes help. Seasons matter: winter adds heating needs; summer brings cooling; plan for occasional peak travel. To save, pick a neighborhood with proximity to markets, cafes, and transit, and mix cooking at home with occasional dining out at local spots. Seek a base that offers safety, community events, and easy access to nature or historic areas. Tip: keep a short list of go-to places and revisit it seasonally.

As a lower-cost destination, Bosnia And Herzegovina attracts expats, retirees, and long-term visitors on fixed budgets. Smaller cities are especially wallet-friendly, while bigger centers charge more but remain competitive globally.

As of 2026, living expenses in Bosnia And Herzegovina span $796 to $1,255 monthly. Capitals and tourist hotspots sit at the top end; provincial towns offer substantially cheaper living.

Outside the capital and tourist areas, costs in Bosnia And Herzegovina drop fast. Gradiska is one of the best budget options – lower costs without giving up access to essential services and everyday amenities.

$800 a month goes far in Bosnia And Herzegovina, especially outside the big cities. It's a realistic single-person budget that covers housing, food, transport, and leisure comfortably.

Living in Bosnia And Herzegovina is cheap by global standards. Regional cities offer the best value, with the capital Sarajevo sitting higher. Low living costs are one of the country's main draws for expats, retirees, and anyone stretching a budget.