Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in Bosnia and Herzegovina is 1.64 times less expensive as compared to Poland.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Poland. We have created 172 cost-of-living indicators. We average the prices of all those indicators and take a mathematically calculated approach to determine which country is more expensive to live in between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Poland.
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 Indicators  | Bosnia and Herzegovina  | Poland  |
|---|---|---|
1 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 389.66 BAM (210.42 USD) | 4,000 PLN (960 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 645 BAM (348.30 USD) | 6,000 PLN (1,440 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 1,109 BAM (598.86 USD) | 9,000 PLN (2,160 USD) |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 289.70 BAM (156.44 USD) | 2,500 PLN (600 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 459 BAM (247.86 USD) | 4,000 PLN (960 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 643 BAM (347.22 USD) | 6,000 PLN (1,440 USD) |
Mortgage Rates Per Month  | 4.11 % | 3.5 % |
Realtor Commission  | 5 % | 2.5 % |
Property Taxes  | Yet to Update | 0.35 to 2.0 % |
The average housing cost in Bosnia and Herzegovina is 3.93 times less expensive than Poland.
Indicators | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Poland |
|---|---|---|
Basic Home Furnishing  | 1,000 BAM (540 USD) | 25,000 PLN (6,000 USD) |
Electricity Cost Per Month  | 50 BAM (27 USD) | 300 PLN (72 USD) |
Heating Cost Per Month  | 150 BAM (81 USD) | 400 PLN (96 USD) |
Cooling Cost Per Month  | 50 BAM (27 USD) | 200 PLN (48 USD) |
Water Supply Cost Per Month  | 20 BAM (10.80 USD) | 150 PLN (36 USD) |
If you lived in Bosnia and Herzegovina, instead of Poland, you would have to pay 89.03% less for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in Bosnia and Herzegovina costs 11.11 times less compared to Poland.
Indicators | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Poland |
|---|---|---|
Standard Wifi Cost Per Month  | 44 BAM (23.76 USD) | 150 PLN (36 USD) |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 20 BAM (10.80 USD) | 60 PLN (14.40 USD) |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 15 BAM (8.10 USD) | 50 PLN (12 USD) |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 25 BAM (13.50 USD) | 100 PLN (24 USD) |
The internet and communication costs 35.00% less in Bosnia and Herzegovina compared to Poland.
Indicators | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Poland |
|---|---|---|
Long Grain Rice (1 KG)  | 2.50 BAM (1.35 USD) | 6 PLN (1.44 USD) |
Milk (1 Liter)  | 2.23 BAM (1.20 USD) | 4 PLN (0.96 USD) |
Water (1 Liter)  | 1.70 BAM (0.92 USD) | 1 PLN (0.24 USD) |
Bread (500 gm)  | 1.65 BAM (0.89 USD) | 3 PLN (0.72 USD) |
Eggs (1 Dozen)  | 5.17 BAM (2.79 USD) | 12 PLN (2.88 USD) |
Cheese (1 KG)  | 11 BAM (5.94 USD) | 30 PLN (7.20 USD) |
Chicken Breast (1 KG)  | 5.58 BAM (3.01 USD) | 20 PLN (4.80 USD) |
In Bosnia and Herzegovina, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 1.77 times more expensive than the cost in Poland.
If you lived in Bosnia and Herzegovina, instead of Poland, you would have to pay 11.69% less for Groceries.
Indicators | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Poland |
|---|---|---|
Apples (1 KG)  | 2.29 BAM (1.24 USD) | 8 PLN (1.92 USD) |
Bananas (1 KG)  | 1.25 BAM (0.68 USD) | 5 PLN (1.20 USD) |
Oranges (1 KG)  | 1.20 BAM (0.65 USD) | 7 PLN (1.68 USD) |
Tomatoes (1 KG)  | 3.31 BAM (1.79 USD) | 6 PLN (1.44 USD) |
Potatoes (1 KG)  | 1.58 BAM (0.85 USD) | 3 PLN (0.72 USD) |
Lemons (1 KG)  | 3 BAM (1.62 USD) | 10 PLN (2.40 USD) |
Onions (1 KG)  | 0.71 BAM (0.38 USD) | 5 PLN (1.20 USD) |
Lentils (1 KG)  | 3 BAM (1.62 USD) | 8 PLN (1.92 USD) |
If you lived in Bosnia and Herzegovina, instead of Poland, you would have to pay 1.41 times less for Fruits and Vegetables.
Indicators | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Poland |
|---|---|---|
Meal at a Resonable Restaurant  | 9.79 BAM (5.29 USD) | 50 PLN (12 USD) |
Three-Course Meal for Two  | 50 BAM (27 USD) | 150 PLN (36 USD) |
Fast Food Combo Meal  | 8.45 BAM (4.56 USD) | 25 PLN (6 USD) |
Normal Coffee  | 2.34 BAM (1.26 USD) | 12 PLN (2.88 USD) |
Soft Drink  | 2.61 BAM (1.41 USD) | 5 PLN (1.20 USD) |
Pizza for One  | 8 BAM (4.32 USD) | 35 PLN (8.40 USD) |
Take-Out Delivery Meal  | 10 BAM (5.40 USD) | 50 PLN (12 USD) |
Cigarette Pack of 20  | 6.08 BAM (3.28 USD) | 18 PLN (4.32 USD) |
Dining-Out costs 36.56% less in Bosnia and Herzegovina compared to Poland.
Indicators | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Poland |
|---|---|---|
Wine Mid-Range Bottle  | 17 BAM (9.18 USD) | 50 PLN (12 USD) |
Glass of Wine  | 5 BAM (2.70 USD) | 20 PLN (4.80 USD) |
Domestic Beer Half Liter  | 1.65 BAM (0.89 USD) | 7 PLN (1.68 USD) |
Imported Beer Half Liter  | 2.86 BAM (1.54 USD) | 10 PLN (2.40 USD) |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter  | 20 BAM (10.80 USD) | 40 PLN (9.60 USD) |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter  | 30 BAM (16.20 USD) | 70 PLN (16.80 USD) |
If you lived in Bosnia and Herzegovina, instead of Poland, you would have to pay 1.14 times less for usual hard drinks.
Indicators | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Poland |
|---|---|---|
Monthly Public Transportation Pass  | 59.33 BAM (32.04 USD) | 150 PLN (36 USD) |
Single Public Transportation Ticket  | 1.50 BAM (0.81 USD) | 4 PLN (0.96 USD) |
Single Train Ticket  | 5 BAM (2.70 USD) | 60 PLN (14.40 USD) |
Domestic Airplane Ticket  | 100 BAM (54 USD) | 300 PLN (72 USD) |
Taxi Start Fare  | 2 BAM (1.08 USD) | 10 PLN (2.40 USD) |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer  | 3 BAM (1.62 USD) | 2.50 PLN (0.60 USD) |
Car Rental Per Day  | 50 BAM (27 USD) | 150 PLN (36 USD) |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour  | 2 BAM (1.08 USD) | 10 PLN (2.40 USD) |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour  | 1 BAM (0.54 USD) | 5 PLN (1.20 USD) |
If you lived in Bosnia and Herzegovina, instead of Poland, you would have to pay 1.37 times less for transportation.
Indicators | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Poland |
|---|---|---|
Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost  | 42,377.19 BAM (22,883.68 USD) | 80,000 PLN (19,200 USD) |
Vehicle Registration Cost  | 50 BAM (27 USD) | 600 PLN (144 USD) |
Driving License Fees  | 100 BAM (54 USD) | 150 PLN (36 USD) |
Car Insurance Cost  | 400 BAM (216 USD) | 2,000 PLN (480 USD) |
Car Maintenance Cost  | 200 BAM (108 USD) | 400 PLN (96 USD) |
Car Loan Interest Rates  | 4 % | 7 % |
Fuel Per Liter  | 2.92 BAM (1.58 USD) | 6 PLN (1.44 USD) |
Fuel Per Gallon  | 9.90 BAM (5.35 USD) | 25 PLN (6 USD) |
Average Toll Fees  | 5 BAM 2.70 USD | 30 PLN 7.20 USD |
You would have to pay 1.17 times more for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in Bosnia and Herzegovina compared to that of Poland.
Indicators | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Poland |
|---|---|---|
Doctor Visit  | 20 BAM (10.80 USD) | 150 PLN (36 USD) |
Specialist Visit  | 50 BAM (27 USD) | 250 PLN (60 USD) |
Dentist Visit  | 30 BAM (16.20 USD) | 200 PLN (48 USD) |
Eye Exam  | 25 BAM (13.50 USD) | 120 PLN (28.80 USD) |
Mental Health Counseling  | 50 BAM (27 USD) | 250 PLN (60 USD) |
Preventive Health Screening  | 50 BAM (27 USD) | 150 PLN (36 USD) |
Physical Therapy  | 50 BAM (27 USD) | 200 PLN (48 USD) |
Emergency Room Visit  | 100 BAM (54 USD) | 1,000 PLN (240 USD) |
Hospital Stay Per Night  | 200 BAM (108 USD) | 800 PLN (192 USD) |
Vaccinations  | 30 BAM (16.20 USD) | 60 PLN (14.40 USD) |
Prescription Medication  | 10 BAM (5.40 USD) | 50 PLN (12 USD) |
Over the Counter Medication  | 5 BAM (2.70 USD) | 20 PLN (4.80 USD) |
Health Insurance Premiums  | 100 BAM (54 USD) | 500 PLN (120 USD) |
Health Insurance Deductibles  | 50 BAM (27 USD) | 200 PLN (48 USD) |
If you lived in Bosnia and Herzegovina, instead of Poland, you would have to pay 2.28 times less for Health and Medical Treatment.
Indicators | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Poland |
|---|---|---|
Cosmetic Procedures  | 200 BAM (108 USD) | 500 PLN (120 USD) |
Spa Treatment  | 50 BAM (27 USD) | 300 PLN (72 USD) |
Manicure Pedicure Cost  | 20 BAM (10.80 USD) | 80 PLN (19.20 USD) |
Optical Glasses Cost  | 100 BAM (54 USD) | 250 PLN (60 USD) |
Contact Lenses Cost  | 50 BAM (27 USD) | 150 PLN (36 USD) |
Haircuts  | 10 BAM (5.40 USD) | 50 PLN (12 USD) |
Hair Coloring  | 20 BAM (10.80 USD) | 150 PLN (36 USD) |
Shampoo Price  | 5 BAM (2.70 USD) | 15 PLN (3.60 USD) |
Toothpaste Price  | 3 BAM (1.62 USD) | 7 PLN (1.68 USD) |
If you lived in Bosnia and Herzegovina, instead of Poland, you would have to pay 1.46 times less for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
Indicators | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Poland |
|---|---|---|
Pair of Nike Running Shoes  | 178 BAM (96.12 USD) | 400 PLN (96 USD) |
Men's Shirt  | 50 BAM (27 USD) | 100 PLN (24 USD) |
Women's Dress  | 70 BAM (37.80 USD) | 250 PLN (60 USD) |
Summer Dress  | 50 BAM (27 USD) | 150 PLN (36 USD) |
Men's Suit  | 300 BAM (162 USD) | 600 PLN (144 USD) |
Men's Jeans  | 144 BAM (77.76 USD) | 200 PLN (48 USD) |
Women's Jeans  | 100 BAM (54 USD) | 150 PLN (36 USD) |
Men's Formal Shoes  | 144 BAM (77.76 USD) | 250 PLN (60 USD) |
Women's Formal Shoes  | 100 BAM (54 USD) | 200 PLN (48 USD) |
Men's Casual Shoes  | 100 BAM (54 USD) | 150 PLN (36 USD) |
Women's Casual Shoes  | 80 BAM (43.20 USD) | 120 PLN (28.80 USD) |
Underwear For Men  | 10 BAM (5.40 USD) | 30 PLN (7.20 USD) |
Underwear For Women  | 10 BAM (5.40 USD) | 40 PLN (9.60 USD) |
Socks For Men  | 5 BAM (2.70 USD) | 10 PLN (2.40 USD) |
Socks For Women  | 5 BAM (2.70 USD) | 10 PLN (2.40 USD) |
Wintercoat for Adults  | 200 BAM (108 USD) | 300 PLN (72 USD) |
Sportswear  | 80 BAM (43.20 USD) | 150 PLN (36 USD) |
If you lived in Bosnia and Herzegovina, instead of Poland, you would have to pay 1.18 times more for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
Indicators | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Poland |
|---|---|---|
Children's Jeans  | 60 BAM (32.40 USD) | 80 PLN (19.20 USD) |
Children's Normal Sneakers  | 80 BAM (43.20 USD) | 100 PLN (24 USD) |
Children's Winter Coat  | 100 BAM (54 USD) | 150 PLN (36 USD) |
Daycare for Infant  | 275.19 BAM (148.60 USD) | 2,000 PLN (480 USD) |
Daycare for Toddler  | 275.19 BAM (148.60 USD) | 1,500 PLN (360 USD) |
Childcare for Sick Days  | 100 BAM (54 USD) | 300 PLN (72 USD) |
Early Childhood Education Programs  | 200 BAM (108 USD) | 800 PLN (192 USD) |
Extra Curricular Activities  | 50 BAM (27 USD) | 600 PLN (144 USD) |
Summer Camp for Kids  | 200 BAM (108 USD) | 800 PLN (192 USD) |
If you lived in Bosnia and Herzegovina, instead of Poland, you would have to pay 2.10 times less for Childcare and kids clothing.
Indicators | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Poland |
|---|---|---|
PreSchool Fees  | 275.19 BAM (148.60 USD) | 2,500 PLN (600 USD) |
Primary School Fees  | 2,000 BAM (1,080 USD) | 5,000 PLN (1,200 USD) |
Secondary School Fees  | 3,000 BAM (1,620 USD) | 8,000 PLN (1,920 USD) |
Private School Fees  | 4,000 BAM (2,160 USD) | 12,000 PLN (2,880 USD) |
University Tuition Fees  | 3,000 BAM (1,620 USD) | 25,000 PLN (6,000 USD) |
University Private Tuition Fees  | 5,000 BAM (2,700 USD) | 40,000 PLN (9,600 USD) |
After School Activities  | 50 BAM (27 USD) | 500 PLN (120 USD) |
Special Education Services  | 300 BAM (162 USD) | 1,000 PLN (240 USD) |
Tutoring  | 20 BAM (10.80 USD) | 200 PLN (48 USD) |
Textbooks Cost  | 100 BAM (54 USD) | 400 PLN (96 USD) |
School Supplies  | 50 BAM (27 USD) | 200 PLN (48 USD) |
If you lived in Bosnia and Herzegovina, instead of Poland, you would have to pay 2.37 times less for school and education.
Indicators | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Poland |
|---|---|---|
Movie Ticket (Single)  | 7.38 BAM (3.99 USD) | 30 PLN (7.20 USD) |
Theater Ticket (Single)  | 20 BAM (10.80 USD) | 60 PLN (14.40 USD) |
Concert Ticket (Single)  | 30 BAM (16.20 USD) | 80 PLN (19.20 USD) |
Sports Event Ticket (Single)  | 15 BAM (8.10 USD) | 70 PLN (16.80 USD) |
Gym Membership  | 44.42 BAM (23.99 USD) | 200 PLN (48 USD) |
Swimming Pool Access  | 20 BAM (10.80 USD) | 100 PLN (24 USD) |
Museum Entry Ticket  | 5 BAM (2.70 USD) | 20 PLN (4.80 USD) |
Zoo Entry Ticket  | 5 BAM (2.70 USD) | 30 PLN (7.20 USD) |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket  | 10 BAM (5.40 USD) | 60 PLN (14.40 USD) |
Bowling  | 10 BAM (5.40 USD) | 40 PLN (9.60 USD) |
Mini Golf  | 10 BAM (5.40 USD) | 30 PLN (7.20 USD) |
Video Games  | 50 BAM (27 USD) | 250 PLN (60 USD) |
Streaming Services  | 10 BAM (5.40 USD) | 40 PLN (9.60 USD) |
Outdoor Equipment Rental  | 20 BAM (10.80 USD) | 50 PLN (12 USD) |
Theme Park Annual Pass  | 100 BAM (54 USD) | 1,000 PLN (240 USD) |
If you lived in Bosnia and Herzegovina, instead of Poland, you would have to pay 2.57 times less for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
Indicators | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Poland |
|---|---|---|
Language Classes  | 50 BAM (27 USD) | 800 PLN (192 USD) |
Parenting Classes  | 50 BAM (27 USD) | 800 PLN (192 USD) |
Art Classes  | 20 BAM (10.80 USD) | 80 PLN (19.20 USD) |
Fitness Classes  | 15 BAM (8.10 USD) | 50 PLN (12 USD) |
Music Lessons  | 20 BAM (10.80 USD) | 100 PLN (24 USD) |
Dance Lessons  | 20 BAM (10.80 USD) | 100 PLN (24 USD) |
Reading Materials for Classes  | 10 BAM (5.40 USD) | 30 PLN (7.20 USD) |
Educational Software  | 100 BAM (54 USD) | 800 PLN (192 USD) |
If you lived in Bosnia and Herzegovina, instead of Poland, you would have to pay 4.30 times less for Private Classes.
Indicators | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Poland |
|---|---|---|
Average Gross Monthly Salary  | 1,500 BAM (810 USD) | 8,000 PLN (1,920 USD) |
Average Net Monthly Salary  | 1,000 BAM (540 USD) | 6,000 PLN (1,440 USD) |
Minimum Wages  | 15 BAM per hour (8.10 USD) | 100 PLN per hour (24 USD) |
Average Bonus  | 100 BAM (54 USD) | 3,000 PLN (720 USD) |
Income Tax Rate  | 0 to 17 % | 0 to 23 % |
Social Security Contributions  | 17 % | 13 % |
Pension Contributions  | 6 % | 9 % |
Cost of Living Index  | 40 | 50 |
Median Household Income  | 2,000 BAM (1,080 USD) | 5,000 PLN (1,200 USD) |
If you lived in Bosnia and Herzegovina, you would earn 2.13 times less salary as compared to Poland.
Indicators | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Poland |
|---|---|---|
Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate  | 50 BAM (27 USD) | 300 PLN (72 USD) |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate  | 30 BAM (16.20 USD) | 200 PLN (48 USD) |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate  | 40 BAM (21.60 USD) | 150 PLN (36 USD) |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate  | 30 BAM (16.20 USD) | 120 PLN (28.80 USD) |
Professional Services cost 2.28 times less in Bosnia and Herzegovina, as compared to Poland.
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