Prices and Cost of Living in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Food and beverage prices in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Popular food products found on store shelves in Bosnia and Herzegovina include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 1.61 BAM (0.86 USD) for a kilo of onions to 16.88 BAM (9 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 2.91 BAM (1.55 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 1.45 BAM (0.77 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 2.64 BAM (1.41 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 1.96 BAM (1.05 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 1.07 BAM (0.57 USD). Dairy prices in Bosnia and Herzegovina, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 2.08 BAM (1.11 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 14.2 BAM (7.58 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 12.73 BAM (6.79 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 3.99 BAM (2.13 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 2.89 BAM (1.54 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Bosnia and Herzegovina vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 2.81 BAM (1.5 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 2.91 BAM (1.55 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 10 BAM (5.33 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 50 BAM (26.67 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 10 BAM (5.33 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Bosnia and Herzegovina?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 1.6 BAM (0.85 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 53 BAM (28.27 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 2 BAM (1.07 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 1.5 BAM (0.8 USD).

Fuel prices in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Average fuel prices in Bosnia and Herzegovina are 2.59 BAM (1.38 USD) per liter of gasoline and 2.48 BAM (1.32 USD) per liter of diesel. A liter of LPG autogas costs 1.33 BAM (0.71 USD).

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bosnia and Herzegovina?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Bosnia and Herzegovina varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 381 BAM (203 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 547 BAM (292 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 4223 BAM (2253 USD) per square meter.