Mountain town in Zabljak, Montenegro
Cost of living in Žabljak
How much a month costs in Žabljak
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $1,580–2,360 (€1,400–2,100).
Prices in Žabljak
Typical 2026 ranges in EUR, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | EUR | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | €300–550 | $338–619 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | €250–450 | $281–506 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | €15–25 | $17–28 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | €50–110 | $56–124 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | €5–8 | $5.6–9.0 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | €12–25 | $14–28 |
| Cappuccino | €1–3 | $1.1–3.4 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | €2–4 | $2.3–4.5 |
| Getting around | ||
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | €5–8 | $5.6–9.0 |
| Work and life | ||
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | €8–15 | $9.0–16.9 |
Value for money: 42/100
A value score of 42/100 means Žabljak gives more quality of life per dollar than 41% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 64/100. It's the 3rd most affordable of 8 places we cover in Montenegro.
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Cost of living across Montenegro
One person, comfortable lifestyle, including rent.
Cheaper alternatives to Žabljak
Similar safety, lower cost, in Europe.
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Žabljak?
About $844–1,180 on a lean budget, $1,580–2,360 for a comfortable month and $2,930–4,950 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Žabljak?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs €300–550 ($338–619) a month in the center and €250–450 ($281–506) outside it.
How much does food cost in Žabljak?
A local meal is €5–8 ($5.6–9.0); a mid-range restaurant is €12–25 ($14–28) per person.
Is Montenegro expensive?
Prices in Montenegro are about 42% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- Durmitor National Park
- Tourist Organisation of Žabljak
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 Spotted something out of date?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.