Prices and Cost of Living in Serbia
Travel Budget Calculator
Calculate how much money you will spend on your vacation in Serbia. Sample budget for each type of traveler - food, transportation, sightseeing and accommodation expenses.
Tourist's budget
Traveling with a suitcase
from 321.37 PLN to 435.21 PLN
Average daily expenses were calculated on the basis of the prices of accommodation, food (restaurants and shops), transport (public transport and taxis) and some tourist attractions. Values may vary depending on the city, tourist season, or during major religious and public events. Update 28 October 2025.
Food Prices - Calculate the Cost of Living
The calculator allows you to quickly and easily calculate how much you will spend on average to buy food at grocery stores in Serbia. Plan your daily, weekly and monthly food expenses.
Select the appropriate number of days to see how much you will spend on food during that period. Values given for one person.
Cheapest products
Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.
from 21.06 PLN to 29.89 PLN
Mid-range products
Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.
from 26.63 PLN to 38.5 PLN
Average values for capital or largest city. Purchase of food products in local stores and supermarkets corresponding to daily meals of 2,200 to 2,400 kcal was taken into account. Update 28 October 2025.
How much do you have to spend on groceries per day in Serbia?
When shopping for groceries in local stores and markets, the average daily cost of food expenses will range from 583 RSD (21.06 PLN) to 827 RSD (29.89 PLN) when buying the cheapest products. However, if you choose slightly more expensive products, you can expect to pay from 737 RSD (26.63 PLN) to 1065 RSD (38.5 PLN) per day. These figures are based on daily meals consisting of approximately 2200-2400 kcal and may vary slightly depending on the city.
Budget and shopping basket update: 28 October 2025
Estimated budget and daily food costs are always given per person and are only a suggestion to help you plan your total travel costs.
Budget was calculated on the basis of average prices of accommodation in each category (hotels and hostels), food costs (restaurants and grocery shopping), transport prices and some tourist attractions.
BACKPACKER'S BUDGET
• accommodation in a hostel or cheap hotel,
• travel by public transport,
• dining in cheap local restaurants or buying food in local stores,
• small number of paid tourist attractions,
• two people travel (when traveling alone, prices may be higher, but only if we use a hotel room instead of a dormitory).
TOURIST'S BUDGET
• accommodation in a 3 star hotel (with a small number of available facilities, average prices of 3* and 4* hotels),
• traveling by taxis,
• catering in middle-class restaurants and buying food in grocery stores,
• average number of paid tourist attractions,
• two people travel (they share costs of accommodation and transport).
FOOD EXPENSES
• daily meals containing 2200 to 2400 kcal (applies to both price variants),
• shopping for food in local stores or supermarkets (no meals in restaurants),
• value per person & for the capital or largest city.
Prices in Serbia
Below you will find a list of prices for products and services in Serbia, which will help you determine what expenses you should prepare for when going on vacation in this country. City: Belgrade.
Grocery Store Prices
| Apples (1kg) | 5.24 PLN |
| Banana (1kg) | 7.02 PLN |
| Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) | 48.34 PLN |
| Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) | 28.91 PLN |
| Chicken Fillets (1kg) | 27.78 PLN |
| Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro) | 16.62 PLN |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) | 3.18 PLN |
| Eggs (regular) (12) | 10.57 PLN |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 6.06 PLN |
| Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre | 53.47 PLN |
| Lettuce (1 head) | 3.29 PLN |
| Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g) | 3.25 PLN |
| Local Cheese (1kg) | 43.62 PLN |
| Milk (regular), (1 liter) | 5.40 PLN |
| Onion (1kg) | 2.84 PLN |
| Oranges (1kg) | 7.18 PLN |
| Potato (1kg) | 3.88 PLN |
| Rice (white), (1kg) | 11.60 PLN |
| Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre | 53.43 PLN |
| Tomato (1kg) | 10.12 PLN |
| Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 2.80 PLN |
Food and beverage prices in Serbia
Popular food products found on store shelves in Serbia include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 78.72 RSD (2.84 PLN) for a kilo of onions to 1338 RSD (48.34 PLN) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 321 RSD (11.6 PLN) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 90.01 RSD (3.25 PLN) per half kilo. Bananas cost 194 RSD (7.02 PLN) per kilo, while apples cost 145 RSD (5.24 PLN) per kilo.
Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 77.38 RSD (2.8 PLN). Dairy prices in Serbia, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 150 RSD (5.4 PLN), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 1207 RSD (43.62 PLN). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 769 RSD (27.78 PLN) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 293 RSD (10.57 PLN), and the average price of tomatoes is 280 RSD (10.12 PLN) per kilo.
Restaurant Prices
| Cappuccino (regular) | 10.13 PLN |
| Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) | 10.05 PLN |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) | 12.65 PLN |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 14.45 PLN |
| McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) | 42.85 PLN |
| Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course | 181 PLN |
| Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant | 45.17 PLN |
| Water (0.33 liter bottle) | 7.83 PLN |
What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?
Prices in restaurants in Serbia vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 280 RSD (10.13 PLN), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 278 RSD (10.05 PLN). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 1186 RSD (42.85 PLN) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 5000 RSD (181 PLN). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 1250 RSD (45.17 PLN).
Public Transportation Prices
| Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff) | 65.04 PLN |
| Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) | 3.79 PLN |
| Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) | 11.56 PLN |
Fuel Prices
| Diesel 1L | 7.10 PLN |
| Gasoline 1L | 6.63 PLN |
| LPG 1L | 3.47 PLN |
Fuel prices in Serbia
Average fuel prices in Serbia are 183 RSD (6.63 PLN) per liter of gasoline and 197 RSD (7.1 PLN) per liter of diesel. A liter of LPG autogas costs 96.09 RSD (3.47 PLN).
Entertainment Prices
| Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat | 28.91 PLN |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 147 PLN |
| Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend) | 78.71 PLN |
Apartment Rental Prices
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre | 3 231 PLN |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre | 2 090 PLN |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre | 5 893 PLN |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre | 3 788 PLN |
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Serbia?
The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Serbia varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 57839 RSD (2090 PLN) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 89400 RSD (3231 PLN) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 468707 RSD (16937 PLN) per square meter.
Apartment Buying Prices
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre | 16 937 PLN |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre | 10 549 PLN |
Average Salary
| Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | 4 070 PLN |
Hotel Prices in Serbia
A comprehensive list of the current prices of accommodations in various cities, ranging from budget-friendly hotels to high-end luxurious stays.
What is the average cost of a hotel room?
Accommodation prices in Serbia vary depending on the city, neighborhood or tourist season. For example, the average price of accommodation in Belgrade (December 2024) ranges from 5341 RSD (193 PLN) per night in a hostel to about 13857 RSD (501 PLN) in a 3-star hotel. The price of a night in a luxury hotel is an expense from 29127 RSD (1053 PLN) upwards.
• Prices for products and services in Belgrade. Prices may vary from town to town.
• Updates: oldest data 09/2022, latest data 07/2025.
• Prices were calculated based on several sources including Expedia.com, Booking.com, local supermarket websites, own sources, submissions from users. We do not guarantee their accuracy, however, we try, to keep them high.
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