Living in Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik

Orange rooftops and coastal views
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Dubrovnik offers a stunning coastal lifestyle. The old town's maze of stone streets and sea views are a gorgeous backdrop, but be warned - the place can feel like a museum, especially in peak tourist season.

There's tons of cafes and a few co-working spots where the wifi is decent enough for video calls and deep work. However, since the city draws crowds from all over the world, quiet spots might require a bit of hunting about. The internet is generally solid, but it's worth testing a few places before settling in for a long work session.

Living here isn't as cheap as some other areas in Croatia. Prices in the heart of Dubrovnik can be high as it's quite touristy. Head a little further out though and you'll definitely find cheaper deals on food and accom.

There's not a huge digital nomad community either, so if you're used to networking and meetups, you might need to look elsewhere. Still, the blend of work and cool local culture can be a nice change of pace if you're after something different.

The Good

  • πŸ˜‹ Decent food options
  • β˜• Coffee
  • πŸ’Ό Plenty of places to work
  • πŸ‘΄ Strong ex-pat community
  • β˜€οΈ Warm weather
  • πŸ›οΈ Architecture
  • 🀿 Scuba diving
  • ⛱️ Decent beach
  • πŸ₯° Beautiful

The Bad

  • πŸ₯Ά Cold winters
  • 🌧️ Rains a lot

Living costs

Estimated Monthly Living Cost
Dubrovnik
Cheapest () Costliest ()
Croatia
6%
more expensive than Croatia median
213th
Cheapest out of 291 RoamRank places
  • Dubrovnik is the most expensive place (out of 5) to live in Croatia
  • The average salary in Dubrovnik is
  • It's about 12% cheaper to live in Dubrovnik than it is Berlin
  • You can expect to spend around $2,334.16 per month living here

Work

Internet
60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data
PAYG Sim Card
30 Day / Unlimited Data
Airalo eSim
Global eSims for Instant Connectivity
Buy
Coffee
Regular (8-10oz)
Co-Working Space
Per Month
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Living

Apartment (1 bed)
Median Rent Per Month
Apartment (2 beds)
Median Rent Per Month
Airbnb (2 beds)
Median Rent Per Month
Utilities
Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage Collection Per Month
Water
0.33 liter bottle

Leisure

Meal
Cheap Restaurant
Meal for 2
Mid Range Restaurant
Local Beer
330ml Bottle
Cocktail
Standard Measure
Bottle of Wine
Mid range
Gym Membership
Per Month
Cigarettes
20 pack
Cinema
Admission Per Person
  • Prices are estimates and should be used as a guide only. We accept no responsibility for inaccuracies in data.
  • Prices adjusted to reflect exchange rates as of 3rd Jun 2026

Safety

safe

Dubrovnik is generally safe for visitors, with low crime rates and a welcoming atmosphere, though petty crime can occur in tourist areas.

Where to stay

1. Old Town (Stari Grad)

The historic heart of Dubrovnik, bursting with medieval architecture, and pumping nightlife. Ideal if you want to be right in the mix, though it can be crowded.

2. Pile

Sat just outside one of the main Old Town gates, Pile offers superb transport links and easy access to attractions whith a slightly quieter feel than the Old Town itself.

3. Ploče

A swanky coastal area with breathtaking sea views and close to top beaches like Banje. It's perfect for those looking for an upscale, relaxed setting with quick access to the historic centre.

4. Lapad

A family-friendly, chilled residential area known for its promenade and beautiful, beaches. Great for balancing work with leisure away from the peak tourist areas.

5. GruΕΎ

An authentic local neighbourhood offering cheap accommodation, a lively market, and good public transport. It's ideal for digital nomads who want to experience the everyday life of Dubrovnik.

Nightlife

Internet speed

Good

Download
137.4Mbps
Upload
22.6Mbps
Latency
46.1ms
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Time difference

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When to visit

Current weather
The weather in June is pleasant with temperatures around 18Β°

Average temperatures

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