Moving to Split, Croatia in 2026
Considering relocating to Split? Expect one of the safer cities in its region, English is widely spoken. This page covers cost of living, safety, weather, residency options, and everything else settlers want to know before signing a lease.
Split is very safe, democratic-ish — and it gets hot. On the practical side: you can get by in English.
🇭🇷 Split, Croatia
How the Livability Score is calculated ▸
Total: 47.7/60 raw pts → normalized to 72/100
Data: Numbeo · UNODC · EIU · EF EPI · Ookla
Life in Split
Is Split Worth Moving To?
Derived from cost, safety, weather, democracy, and internet data
For
- +Safe enough that you stop thinking about it, which is exactly the point.
- +30°C summers with the sea nearby. This is not a drill.
- +English gets you far here. You can settle in before tackling the local language.
- +Beach and mountains in the same postcode. Overachieving geographically.
Is Split Safe?
Statistically one of the safest cities on Earth. You'll stop thinking about safety within a week.
Homicide: UNODC
world avg ~5.8 per 100k
Weather in Split
Spring
19°C
54% sunny
Summer
30°C
76% sunny
Fall
21°C
57% sunny
Winter
12°C
50% sunny
Best: Summer, Fall, Spring. Avoid: Winter if you dislike extremes.
Source: WeatherSpark
Croatia, the Country
Who's Running the Show
Politics, freedom, and press independence
Source: EIU Democracy Index
What Will Break 6 Months In
Paperwork moves when it wants to. Follow up in person. Bring every document you own. Then bring copies.
English in Split
Primary language is Croatian.
You can manage daily life, healthcare, and most bureaucracy in English. The language barrier is low.
Source: EF English Proficiency Index
Split — Frequently Asked Questions
Is Split safe?▾
Split has a homicide rate of 0.7 per 100,000 people (source: UNODC), making it very safe. The world average is around 5.8 per 100,000. As with any city, awareness of local neighborhoods is recommended before settling.
What is the weather like in Split?▾
Split has Summers reach around 30°C, winters drop to around 4°C. Summers are hot, so air conditioning is recommended.
Can you get by in Split without knowing the local language?▾
Split has Very High English proficiency (EF EPI data). Daily life, healthcare, and business can largely be managed in English.
Is Split a good place to settle long-term?▾
Split is in Croatia, which scores 6.5/10 on the EIU Democracy Index. The political environment is reasonably stable, though worth monitoring for expats.
What is the job market like in Split?▾
Croatia has an unemployment rate of 5.0%, indicating a moderate job market — competitive but accessible with the right skills. For settlers planning to work locally, research your industry before committing. Remote workers and self-employed expats are less affected by local employment conditions.
Is Split good for expats?▾
Split attracts expats looking for long-term relocation in Croatia. Key facts: English is widely spoken, reducing the language barrier significantly. The Livability Score, safety data, and cost of living figures above give a data-driven picture of what to expect when settling here.
Can you actually move to Croatia?
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🇭🇷 Split
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Croatia
Economics · World Bank / IMF
GDP per capita (PPP)2024
$49,551
GDP Growth2024
+3.8%
Inflation Rate2024
3.0%
Unemployment2025
5.0%
Gini Index2023
30.1
Population2021
160,577
Politics · EIU / Freedom House
Democracy Index
6.566th
Regime
Flawed democracy
Safety · UNODC / Numbeo
Homicide per 100K
0.7
Language · EF EPI
Languages
Croatian (II)
English Proficiency
Very High2th
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