Core Insights - The average salary in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina is 1,577 marks, while the minimum wage is 1,000 marks, indicating a significant disparity in income levels [1] - The union's basket of consumer goods costs 3,202.70 marks, with the average salary covering 49.2% of this amount and the minimum wage covering only 31.22% [1] Consumer Goods Breakdown - The consumer goods basket consists of various categories: - Food: 45.35% - Housing and utilities: 14.41% - Healthcare: 9.65% - Education and culture: 8.12% - Clothing and footwear: 11.24% - Transportation: 4.99% - Household care: 6.25% [1] - Food prices are based on 86 different products from three major shopping centers [1] - The healthcare category includes 10 different expenses, while the housing and utilities category includes 6 different expenses [1]