Food Prices Fuel Inflation in Bosnia Despite Drops in Transport and Clothing Costs
Bosnia and Herzegovina’s cost of living continues its upward trend, with consumer prices in May 2025 rising 3.7% compared to the same month last year, according to new data from the Agency for Statistics.
The biggest pressure on households comes from food and non-alcoholic beverages, which soared by 9.9% year-on-year — underscoring the growing strain on everyday essentials.
Prices for alcohol and tobacco rose by 4%, while health services and hospitality also saw significant hikes of 6.4% and 6.2%, respectively. Even cultural and recreational services weren’t spared, climbing 4.4%. Month-on-month inflation stood at 0.2%, with notable increases again in food and home maintenance.
Yet, not all sectors contributed to the rise. Clothing and footwear prices dropped 8.2% annually, and transport costs slid 6.4%, offering modest relief to consumers.
The figures paint a mixed picture — one where rising grocery bills are eroding household budgets, even as deflation in some sectors softens the overall blow.