Serbia
Rakija, Rivers, and Grit
Overview
A landlocked Balkan nation with a lively Belgrade nightlife scene, medieval monasteries, and a complex post-Yugoslav identity seeking EU integration.
Geographic Context
Region
Europe
Subregion
Southeast Europe
Land Area
88,361 km²
Capital
Belgrade
Languages
Serbian
Currencies
Serbian dinar (дин.)
At a Glance
57
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
58
Freedom
57
Security
56
Life Expectancy
72.8 yrs
Median Age
43.9 yrs
Urbanization
57%
Cost Index
42
Housing Index
19
Healthcare Access
64/100
Climate
Average Temperature
11.1°C
Most Temperate Cities
1 Ðurđevo 12.4°C
2 Međa 12.4°C
3 Novi Sad 12.4°C
4 Zemun 12.4°C
5 Pančevo 12.4°C
Cities
Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 42
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 19
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 15.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Top Income Tax 15.00%
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 25/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 32/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 121 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 70
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 2.85% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 74 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025