Montenegro · Europe
Budva
Costs last verified
Part of the Cost of Living Abroad guideMonthly cost
$1,375Estimate for a solo remote worker — verify current local prices.
Studying here? About $930/mo
Studying here? Reckon on roughly 35% less. Shared halls instead of a private flat is most of it, with a meal plan, a student travel pass and a campus you do not have to rent a desk in doing the rest. Phone, insurance and a social life cost the same either way.
At a glance
Healthcare, taxes & language
The decisive three for a longer stay in Montenegro.
Healthcare
Public care is provided through the state Health Insurance Fund with limited specialist capacity (complex cases are often referred abroad), while private clinics in Podgorica, Budva and Bar handle most routine and diagnostic care.
Taxes
Tax residents are taxed on worldwide income, so foreign-source income and foreign pensions are in principle taxable in Montenegro at progressive rates (0%/9%/15%), subject to double-tax treaty relief and foreign tax credits.
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Getting in — Montenegro
Full Montenegro guideTop visa routes, ranked by route score — stay, ease and speed.
Digital Nomad Residence Permit
Up to 2 years (extendable to 4)
Temporary Residence for Study
Up to 1 year, renewable
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Budva at a glance
Budva, Montenegro costs about $1,375 USD a month for a solo remote worker, with rent at 42% of that budget. The biggest budget line is rent at $580 and the smallest is transport at $35. In our data internet averages 110 Mbps and safety scores 7/10. Similar cities range from Tartu at $1,365 a month to Bucharest at $1,400.
Costs verified on September 11, 2026 (Eastern Time).
Questions about Budva
How much does it cost to live in Budva?
A solo remote worker in Budva, Montenegro spends an estimated $1,375 USD/month on rent, food, transport and coworking, based on our cost-of-living breakdown.
How much is rent in Budva?
Rent in Budva is an estimated $580 USD/month in our cost-of-living breakdown.
How fast is the internet in Budva?
Internet in Budva averages 110 Mbps in our cost-of-living breakdown.
How much does coworking cost in Budva?
A coworking space in Budva costs an estimated $95 USD/month in our cost-of-living breakdown.
Is Budva safe?
Budva has a safety score of 7/10 in our cost-of-living breakdown.
What is Budva's nomad score?
Budva scores 6/10 on our nomad score, which weighs cost, safety and internet quality for remote workers.