The recently released results of the Household Budget Survey conducted in 2022 shed light on the spending habits and consumption patterns of households across the nation.

In 2022, the average household expenditure for personal consumption totaled 110,446 kuna per year. The largest portion of this budget, constituting 27.0%, was allocated to expenditures on food and non-alcoholic beverages. Following closely behind were expenses for transport, comprising 15.5%, and housing, water, electricity, gas, and other fuels, which accounted for 14.5% of the household budget.

Clothing and footwear expenses represented 7.2% of the total, while expenditures foriInformation and communication made up 6.3%, and those for furnishings, household equipment, and routine household maintenance amounted to 6.2%. All other expenditure categories combined contributed less than 5.0% to total household spending.

Household Durables and Amenities

Beyond expenditure data, the survey also collected information on essential household durables. It revealed that in 2022, over 99% of households were equipped with a refrigerator, TV set, and washing machine. Additionally, 78.6% of households owned a car, while 65.1% had a microwave oven, 62.8% possessed a dishwasher, and 55.1% enjoyed the luxury of air-conditioning.

The comprehensive insights provided by the Household Budget Survey offer valuable insights into consumer behavior and lifestyle preferences, informing policymakers and businesses alike.