Is Novi Sad more expensive than Belgrade?

Novi Sad is 3.2% cheaper than Belgrade overall. Rent is 33.3% lower, groceries 1.5% more expensive, and restaurants 7.8% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Belgrade or Novi Sad?

Belgrade has a purchasing power index of 64.0 while Novi Sad has 61.9 (NYC = 100). Belgrade offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇸 Belgrade vs 🇷🇸 Novi Sad

2026

Novi Sad is 3.2% cheaper

Category	🇷🇸 Belgrade	🇷🇸 Novi Sad	Difference
Cost of Living	49.6	48.0	-3.2%
Rent	19.2	12.8	-33.3%
Groceries	45.4	46.1	+1.5%
Restaurants	52.7	48.6	-7.8%
Purchasing Power	64.0	61.9	-3.3%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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