Is Novi Sad more expensive than Nis?

Novi Sad is 29.0% more expensive than Nis overall. Rent is 56.1% higher, groceries 29.1% more expensive, and restaurants 35.4% more expensive.

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

Nis has a purchasing power index of 70.2 while Novi Sad has 61.9 (NYC = 100). Nis offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇸 Nis vs 🇷🇸 Novi Sad

2026

Novi Sad is 29.0% more expensive

Category	🇷🇸 Nis	🇷🇸 Novi Sad	Difference
Cost of Living	37.2	48.0	+29.0%
Rent	8.2	12.8	+56.1%
Groceries	35.7	46.1	+29.1%
Restaurants	35.9	48.6	+35.4%
Purchasing Power	70.2	61.9	-11.8%

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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