City in Republika Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Cost of living in Banja Luka
How much a month costs in Banja Luka
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $863–1,270 (KM1,500–2,200).
Prices in Banja Luka
Typical 2026 ranges in BAM, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | BAM | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | KM450–800 | $259–460 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | KM330–600 | $190–345 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | KM20–35 | $12–20 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | KM80–150 | $46–86 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | KM7–12 | $4.0–6.9 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | KM18–35 | $10–20 |
| Cappuccino | KM2–4 | $1.2–2.3 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | KM3–5 | $1.7–2.9 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | KM2 | $1.2 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | KM6–10 | $3.5–5.8 |
| Work and life | ||
| Gym membership (month) | KM40–70 | $23–40 |
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | KM15–30 | $8.6–17.3 |
Value for money: 79/100
A value score of 79/100 means Banja Luka gives more quality of life per dollar than 78% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 57/100. It's the 1st most affordable of 3 places we cover in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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Cost of living across Bosnia and Herzegovina
One person, comfortable lifestyle, including rent.
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Banja Luka?
About $431–604 on a lean budget, $863–1,270 for a comfortable month and $1,730–2,590 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Banja Luka?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs KM450–800 ($259–460) a month in the center and KM330–600 ($190–345) outside it.
How much does food cost in Banja Luka?
A local meal is KM7–12 ($4.0–6.9); a mid-range restaurant is KM18–35 ($10–20) per person.
Is Bosnia and Herzegovina expensive?
Prices in Bosnia and Herzegovina are about 40% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
Prices are SoloSquare estimates for 2026, reviewed against official and operator prices where available. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.