Is Belgrade more expensive than Novi Sad?

Belgrade is 5.4% more expensive than Novi Sad overall. Rent is 50.4% higher, groceries 1.3% more expensive, and restaurants 12.5% more expensive.

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

Novi Sad has a purchasing power index of 72.9 while Belgrade has 67.2 (NYC = 100). Novi Sad offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇸 Novi Sad vs 🇷🇸 Belgrade

2026

Belgrade is 5.4% more expensive

Category	🇷🇸 Novi Sad	🇷🇸 Belgrade	Difference
Cost of Living	48.5	51.1	+5.4%
Rent	12.7	19.1	+50.4%
Groceries	47.6	48.2	+1.3%
Restaurants	48.7	54.8	+12.5%
Purchasing Power	72.9	67.2	-7.8%

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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