Moving to Serbia from Rhode Island

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Rhode Island to Serbia? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Rhode Island to Serbia, you would find that Serbia is 33.5% cheaper than Rhode Island. A $75,000 salary in Rhode Island would need to be roughly RSD4,216,162 in Serbia to maintain the same lifestyle, and you’d need to navigate life in Serbian.

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How Far Will Your Money Go?

A breakdown of how everyday costs differ between Rhode Island and Serbia.

What does your salary buy?

$75,000 RSD4,216,162

To maintain the same standard of living in Serbia

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How key spending categories compare

Restaurants

pay 35.6% less

Groceries

pay 53.0% less

Transportation

pay 6.6% less

Housing

pay 62.8% less

Childcare

pay 79.0% less

Entertainment and Sports

pay 58.4% less

See full cost of living breakdown
Exchange rate: 1 USD = 102.59 RSD (July 2026)

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 Rhode Island to Serbia.

Living there in 2020
1,309 ↑ 2% vs 2015

people born in United States live in Serbia · UN DESA

Who's moving to Serbia?

Top countries of origin for Serbia's foreign-born residents.

Foreign-born population · UN DESA (2020)

Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Serbia compared to Rhode Island.

How's the healthcare?

Adult obesity rate Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (PLACES), 2022

share of adults with obesity

RI
31.6%
RS
21.5%

Serbia performs significantly better than Rhode Island across all health & wellbeing metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Internet access US Census Bureau (American Community Survey), 2023

share of households with internet

RI
90.8%
RS
81.0%

Rhode Island performs better than Serbia across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2025

percentage of the labour force without work

RI
4.4%
RS
8.7%
GDP per capita Bureau of Economic Analysis, 2024

a broad measure of economic output per person

RI
$56,938
RS
$24,500

Rhode Island performs better than Serbia across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy OECD Regional Demography, 2022

average years of life at birth

RI
78.2 yrs
RS
74.2 yrs

Rhode Island performs better than Serbia 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.

Providence Rain: 47.2 in/yr (1198 mm)
61° / 42°F

Avg. annual high / low

Belgrade Rain: 26.9 in/yr (683 mm)
62° / 46°F

Avg. annual high / low

Months Providence Belgrade
Jan–Mar 42°/25°F (5°/-4°C) 45°/33°F (7°/0°C)
Apr–Jun 68°/49°F (20°/9°C) 71°/53°F (22°/12°C)
Jul–Sep 79°/61°F (26°/16°C) 79°/59°F (26°/15°C)
Oct–Dec 53°/35°F (12°/2°C) 53°/39°F (11°/4°C)
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Month Providence Belgrade
Jan 37°/21°F (3.0°/-6.1°C) 38°/28°F (3.5°/-2.3°C)
Feb 40°/24°F (4.6°/-4.7°C) 44°/32°F (6.4°/-0.2°C)
Mar 48°/30°F (8.8°/-1.1°C) 53°/38°F (11.9°/3.3°C)
Apr 59°/40°F (14.8°/4.2°C) 64°/46°F (17.5°/7.8°C)
May 68°/49°F (20.2°/9.2°C) 72°/54°F (22.5°/12.1°C)
Jun 78°/58°F (25.3°/14.7°C) 78°/59°F (25.3°/15.0°C)
Jul 83°/64°F (28.2°/17.9°C) 81°/61°F (27.3°/16.3°C)
Aug 81°/63°F (27.4°/17.3°C) 81°/61°F (27.3°/16.1°C)
Sep 74°/55°F (23.4°/12.9°C) 75°/55°F (23.7°/13.0°C)
Oct 63°/44°F (17.4°/6.6°C) 65°/47°F (18.1°/8.3°C)
Nov 53°/36°F (11.8°/2.1°C) 52°/39°F (11.0°/4.0°C)
Dec 42°/26°F (5.7°/-3.2°C) 42°/32°F (5.3°/-0.2°C)

Data: National Weather Service National Weather Service, Republic Hydrometeorological Service of Serbia Republic Hydrometeorological Service of Serbia

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between United States and Serbia. To live, work, or study long-term in Serbia, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Serbia's immigration authority.

United States passport

United States passport holder visiting Serbia

Visa Free
United States passport holders can enter Serbia without a visa.
Serbia passport

Serbia passport holder visiting United States

Visa Required
Serbia passport holders need a visa to enter United States.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it cheaper to live in Serbia than Rhode Island?

On average Serbia is about 45% less expensive than Rhode Island, with major cities narrowing the gap.

How much money do I need to move to Serbia?

Budget about RSD1,054,040 for 3 months in Serbia (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 Serbia?

From major Serbia cities the network usually holds up. Visa rules, your employer's stance on overseas employees, and tax residency in Rhode Island and Serbia are what actually decide it long-term.

How is healthcare in Serbia compared to Rhode Island?

Serbia performs significantly better than Rhode Island across all health & wellbeing metrics.

What's the weather like in Serbia compared to Rhode Island?

The average high temperature in Belgrade is 62°F, compared to 61°F in Providence. Belgrade receives around 26.9 in of rainfall per year, while Providence gets 47.2 in.

What language do they speak in Serbia?

The official language in Serbia is Serbian. In Rhode Island, the official language is English.

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At a Glance

RS
Population 1,052,567 6,739,471
Currency United States Dollar ($) Serbian Dinar (RSD)
Languages English Serbian
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +1 +381
Time zones 11 1
Emergency number 911 112