Moving to Slovenia from California
What to Expect
Considering a move from California to Slovenia? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.
If you moved from California to Slovenia, you would find that Slovenia is 27.5% cheaper than California. A $75,000 salary in California would need to be roughly €45,102 in Slovenia to maintain the same lifestyle, and you’d need to navigate life in Slovene. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Ljubljana averages 59°F vs 74°F in Sacramento, making it significantly cooler.
How Far Will Your Money Go?
A breakdown of how everyday costs differ between California and Slovenia.
What does your salary buy?
$75,000 → €45,102
To maintain the same standard of living in Slovenia
Calculate with your salary →How key spending categories compare
Restaurants
pay 16.8% less
Groceries
pay 32.3% less
Transportation
pay 16.5% less
Housing
pay 42.1% less
Childcare
pay 66.6% less
Entertainment and Sports
pay 46.3% less
Data: MyLifeElsewhere's crowdsourced cost of living database, with prices submitted and updated by users worldwide. Exchange rates are refreshed regularly from public sources.
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Who Else Is Making This Move?
What the data shows about people moving from California to Slovenia.
people moved from United States to Slovenia · OECD (latest data available)
Key Indicator Comparison
The numbers behind daily life in Slovenia compared to California.
How's the healthcare?
share of adults with obesity
Slovenia performs significantly better than California across all health & wellbeing metrics.
Will I have good infrastructure?
share of households with internet
California performs better than Slovenia across all infrastructure metrics.
What are the job prospects?
percentage of the labour force without work
a broad measure of economic output per person
share of people below the poverty line
California generally does better on employment & economy, though Slovenia leads in unemployment rate.
Is it good for families?
average years of life at birth
Slovenia performs significantly better than California across all family life metrics.
Data: Bureau of Economic Analysis, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (PLACES), OECD Regional Demography, US Census Bureau (American Community Survey)
What's the Climate Like?
Monthly averages — select a city to compare.
Avg. annual high / low
Avg. annual high / low
| Months | Sacramento | Ljubljana |
|---|---|---|
| Jan–Mar | 60°/41°F (15°/5°C) | 44°/30°F (7°/-1°C) |
| Apr–Jun | 79°/51°F (26°/11°C) | 68°/48°F (20°/9°C) |
| Jul–Sep | 90°/57°F (32°/14°C) | 77°/56°F (25°/13°C) |
| Oct–Dec | 65°/44°F (18°/7°C) | 48°/36°F (9°/2°C) |
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| Month | Sacramento | Ljubljana |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 54°/39°F (12.1°/3.8°C) | 37°/27°F (3.0°/-2.7°C) |
| Feb | 60°/41°F (15.7°/5.2°C) | 43°/29°F (6.2°/-1.9°C) |
| Mar | 65°/44°F (18.4°/6.7°C) | 52°/35°F (11.2°/1.4°C) |
| Apr | 71°/46°F (21.7°/7.9°C) | 60°/41°F (15.4°/4.9°C) |
| May | 80°/51°F (26.6°/10.6°C) | 69°/49°F (20.8°/9.4°C) |
| Jun | 87°/56°F (30.6°/13.2°C) | 75°/55°F (23.9°/12.7°C) |
| Jul | 92°/58°F (33.4°/14.7°C) | 80°/58°F (26.5°/14.6°C) |
| Aug | 91°/58°F (32.9°/14.4°C) | 79°/58°F (26.1°/14.4°C) |
| Sep | 87°/56°F (30.7°/13.2°C) | 71°/52°F (21.5°/11.0°C) |
| Oct | 78°/50°F (25.3°/10.1°C) | 60°/44°F (15.3°/6.7°C) |
| Nov | 64°/43°F (17.7°/6.0°C) | 46°/35°F (7.9°/1.7°C) |
| Dec | 54°/38°F (12.2°/3.6°C) | 38°/29°F (3.4°/-1.7°C) |
Data:
National Weather Service,
Slovenian Environment Agency
Visitor Visa Requirements
Short-stay tourist visa rules between United States and Slovenia. To live, work, or study long-term in Slovenia, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Slovenia's immigration authority.
United States passport holder visiting Slovenia
Visa Free
Slovenia passport holder visiting United States
Electronic Travel AuthorisationData: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it cheaper to live in Slovenia than California?
On average Slovenia is about 31% less expensive than California, with major cities narrowing the gap.
How much money do I need to move to Slovenia?
Budget about €11,276 for 3 months in Slovenia (based on a $75,000 comparable annual salary), then add the one-off costs: flights, shipping, a rental deposit, and visa fees.
Can I work remotely from Slovenia?
From major Slovenia cities the network usually holds up. Visa rules, your employer's stance on overseas employees, and tax residency in California and Slovenia are what actually decide it long-term.
How is healthcare in Slovenia compared to California?
Slovenia performs significantly better than California across all health & wellbeing metrics.
What's the weather like in Slovenia compared to California?
The average high temperature in Ljubljana is 59°F, compared to 74°F in Sacramento. Ljubljana receives around 53.9 in of rainfall per year, while Sacramento gets 18.5 in.
What language do they speak in Slovenia?
The official language in Slovenia is Slovene. In California, the official language is English.
