Zagreb

🇭🇷Croatia•Southern Europe

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living66

Safety80

Healthcare71

Career Opportunities70

Climate83

Transport80

Air Quality78.5

Family Friendliness73.67

Education76

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Zagreb a good place to live?

Zagreb scores 76/100 overall. It is moderately affordable (cost score: 66/100), very safe (safety: 80/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 71/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Zagreb?

Zagreb has a cost of living score of 66/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Zagreb?

Zagreb has a transport score of 80/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Zagreb?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Zagreb are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Zagreb safe for expats?

Zagreb has a safety score of 80/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 78.5/100.

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