Is Novi Sad more expensive than Belgrade?

Novi Sad is 12.2% cheaper than Belgrade overall. Rent is 32.2% lower, groceries 0.5% cheaper, and restaurants 15.9% cheaper.

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

Belgrade has a purchasing power index of 69.5 while Novi Sad has 80.9 (NYC = 100). Novi Sad offers better purchasing power.

Belgrade vs Novi Sad: Novi Sad is 12.2% cheaper, rent 32% lower (2026)

Category	🇷🇸 Belgrade	🇷🇸 Novi Sad	Difference
Cost of Living	32.7	28.7	-12.2%
Rent	17.7	12.0	-32.2%
Groceries	44.0	43.8	-0.5%
Restaurants	57.4	48.3	-15.9%
Purchasing Power	69.5	80.9	+16.4%

Data from March – October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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