Necessity is the foundation for the development of human society. It is for this reason that development of it is based on the tendency of man to accomplish something new and thus better meet its drawbacks. The human has the primary needs such as food , clothing , housing, etc. , but also a secondary needs. Society needs are growing relatively to development of society. The needs of the primal (ancient) communities are significantly different from today's needs as seen through the historical review. Human is fulfilling needs with his actions and work. Their satisfaction depends on the income of the individual , more money - more needs and vice versa. The level of meeting the needs depends on man work, limited resources, etc. A man buys in the market various goods and services that meet what he lacks. Man is free in spending their income and obtaining goods to the best possible way to meet their needs. Various methods can determine the relationship between disposable income and expenses or the price of goods necessary for the satisfaction of needs. In Croatia, the most recent data are from 2011 and show that the prices of a basket are more than disposable income.