Nis, Serbia is Very affordable overall. Monthly costs are about $743 for one person and $1757 for a family of four, including rent.
Overall living costs in Nis are 62% cheaper than the European benchmark.
Nis is 42% cheaper than Columbus, without rent.
Rent in Nis is, on average, 74% lower than in Columbus.
Nis is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by transport and rent & utilities. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.
The main driver of costs in Nis is rent & utilities, which can be significant for some residents. However, overall affordability remains favorable compared to many European cities.
Food prices in Nis are 49% lower than the European benchmark, making it an economical choice for residents. This affordability contributes to the overall low cost of living.
Public transport in Nis is 74% lower than the European benchmark, providing a cost-effective option for getting around the city. This affordability enhances the overall accessibility for residents.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 7.09 $ |
| Dinner | 28.4 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 7.86 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.89 $ |
| Capuccino | 1.68 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 1.58 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.34 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 0.69 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.56 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 2.33 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 7.7 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 6.82 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 11 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.09 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.7 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.29 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.7 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 0.96 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.38 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 1.31 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 6.52 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 0.66 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 3.86 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 0.75 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 25 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 1.64 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 5.2 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 16.8 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 4.68 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 2.96 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 1.04 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 1.3 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 86 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 132 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 21 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 222 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 389 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 335 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 549 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 2,279 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 1,615 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 679 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 7.59% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 25.8 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 4.7 $ |
| Haircut | 2.61 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 92.6 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 95.3 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 227 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 4,848 $ |