Croatia
Adriatic Coastline, Ancient Walled Cities
Overview
An Adriatic jewel with over a thousand islands, medieval walled cities like Dubrovnik, and a booming tourism industry set against stunning Mediterranean coastline.
Geographic Context
Region
Europe
Subregion
Southeast Europe
Land Area
56,594 km²
Capital
Zagreb
Languages
Croatian
Currencies
Euro (€)
At a Glance
66
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
46
Freedom
83
Security
69
Life Expectancy
76.9 yrs
Median Age
44.8 yrs
Urbanization
59%
Cost Index
49
Housing Index
35
Healthcare Access
48/100
Climate
Average Temperature
12.7°C
Average AQI
27
Most Temperate Cities
1 Ugljan 16.6°C
2 Osljak 16.6°C
3 Slivno 15.8°C
4 Šolta 15.4°C
5 Malinska-Dubašnica 14.9°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Vir 1 AQI
2 Ugljan 1 AQI
3 Osljak 1 AQI
4 Buzdohanj 5 AQI
5 Pula-Pola 7 AQI
Cities
Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 49
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 35
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 18.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 62/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 25/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 156 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 59
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 1.78% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 115 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
Disaster Risk 16/100
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025