Is Podgorica more expensive than Sarajevo?

Podgorica is 0.9% more expensive than Sarajevo overall. Rent is 39.5% higher, groceries 0.0% cheaper, and restaurants 15.5% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Sarajevo or Podgorica?

Sarajevo has a purchasing power index of 72.2 while Podgorica has 73.6 (NYC = 100). Podgorica offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇧🇦 Sarajevo vs 🇲🇪 Podgorica

2026

Podgorica is 0.9% more expensive

Category	🇧🇦 Sarajevo	🇲🇪 Podgorica	Difference
Cost of Living	43.6	44.0	+0.9%
Rent	11.9	16.6	+39.5%
Groceries	44.6	44.6	0.0%
Restaurants	38.1	44.0	+15.5%
Purchasing Power	72.2	73.6	+1.9%

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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