Top expat cities

Serbia

Novi Sad

#2 Top 5 cities

Novi Sad combines more calm than Belgrade with good internet and still-usable international living conditions.

Country overview

Population

215 400

Year-round temperatures

Day: 4°C až 29°C

Night: -2°C až 17°C

Climate

Moderately continental climate with warm summers and cold winters.

Distance to the sea

420 km

Social atmosphere

7/10

Costs

Housing cost 7/10
Food cost 7/10

Business friendliness

6/10

Safety

8/10

Violent crime is uncommon; petty theft, nightlife incidents, traffic, and large-event crowds are the main everyday concerns.

Natural disaster resilience

6/10

Danube flooding, severe storms, heatwaves, and drought are the main hazards, though major disruption is not frequent.

Other scores

Other scores

Internet availability 8/10
Internet speed 8/10
Internet stability 8/10
Electricity stability 8/10

Community types

  • Digital nomads
  • Students
  • Creatives
  • Long-term expats
  • Couples

Largest nationality groups

  • 🇷🇺Russians
  • 🇺🇸Americans
  • 🇩🇪Germans

Pros / Cons

Pros

  • +Pleasant atmosphere
  • +Cafe culture
  • +Lower living costs
  • +Good for long-term stay

Cons

  • −Smaller job market
  • −Fewer corporate opportunities
  • −Smaller expat scene