Cost of Living in Plovdiv - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $656 (excluding rent), and $1,090 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,655 (excluding rent), and $2,335 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$9.08 BGN 14.70

$6.05 BGN 9.80

$18.15 BGN 29.41

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$46.61 BGN 75.5

$34.96 BGN 56.6

$69.9 BGN 113

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$8.74 BGN 14.15

$7.23 BGN 11.72

$9.04 BGN 14.65

Cappuccino

$2.37 BGN 3.85

$1.15 BGN 1.86

$3.44 BGN 5.58

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.50 BGN 2.43

$1.21 BGN 1.95

$1.81 BGN 2.93

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.86 BGN 1.40

$0.57 BGN 0.93

$1.14 BGN 1.85

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$2.92 BGN 4.74

$1.93 BGN 3.13

$3.51 BGN 5.68

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.99 BGN 4.84

$2.39 BGN 3.87

$3.59 BGN 5.81

Milk (1 liter)

$1.73 BGN 2.81

$1.44 BGN 2.33

$1.91 BGN 3.09

White Bread (500g)

$1.07 BGN 1.73

$0.73 BGN 1.18

$1.21 BGN 1.97

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.10 BGN 3.40

$1.09 BGN 1.76

$2.87 BGN 4.65

Eggs

$3.33 BGN 5.39

$2.43 BGN 3.94

$4.17 BGN 6.76

Local Cheese (1kg)

$11.71 BGN 18.97

$7.68 BGN 12.45

$20.09 BGN 32.55

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$7.64 BGN 12.37

$5.24 BGN 8.49

$8.73 BGN 14.15

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$12.08 BGN 19.57

$7.61 BGN 12.32

$17.55 BGN 28.43

Apples (1kg)

$1.56 BGN 2.53

$1.07 BGN 1.74

$1.93 BGN 3.13

Banana (1kg)

$1.76 BGN 2.85

$1.30 BGN 2.10

$2.17 BGN 3.51

Oranges (1kg)

$1.66 BGN 2.68

$0.89 BGN 1.45

$2.69 BGN 4.37

Tomato (1kg)

$2.47 BGN 4.01

$1.45 BGN 2.35

$2.91 BGN 4.71

Potato (1kg)

$0.99 BGN 1.60

$0.52 BGN 0.84

$1.15 BGN 1.87

Onion (1kg)

$1.16 BGN 1.88

$0.73 BGN 1.18

$1.51 BGN 2.44

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.08 BGN 1.75

$0.47 BGN 0.77

$1.73 BGN 2.80

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.78 BGN 1.26

$0.46 BGN 0.74

$1.15 BGN 1.86

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$3.59 BGN 5.81

$4.19 BGN 6.78

Wine (Bottle)

$7.10 BGN 11.51

$4.93 BGN 7.99

$9.47 BGN 15.35

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.09 BGN 1.76

$0.67 BGN 1.08

$1.69 BGN 2.74

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.73 BGN 2.81

$1.15 BGN 1.86

$2.87 BGN 4.65

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.60 BGN 0.97

$0.90 BGN 1.45

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$27.93 BGN 45.25

$17.64 BGN 28.58

$29.41 BGN 47.64

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$1.21 BGN 1.96

$0.90 BGN 1.46

$1.81 BGN 2.93

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.66 BGN 1.07

$0.56 BGN 0.90

$0.84 BGN 1.36

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$10.48 BGN 16.97

$6.98 BGN 11.31

$11.64 BGN 18.86

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.53 BGN 2.48

$1.45 BGN 2.36

$1.66 BGN 2.69

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$32.4K BGN 52.5K

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$28.7K BGN 46.5K

$25.1K BGN 40.7K

$29.9K BGN 48.4K

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$96.9 BGN 157

$59.5 BGN 96.3

$178 BGN 289

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$17.77 BGN 28.78

$8.81 BGN 14.27

$24.66 BGN 39.96

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$15.29 BGN 24.78

$11.89 BGN 19.26

$17.83 BGN 28.89

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$37.43 BGN 60.6

$23.86 BGN 38.65

$47.71 BGN 77.3

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$14.90 BGN 24.14

$11.76 BGN 19.05

$23.52 BGN 38.10

Cinema Ticket

$9.28 BGN 15.04

$7.19 BGN 11.65

$11.98 BGN 19.41

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$425 BGN 688

$356 BGN 576

$474 BGN 769

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$6,953 BGN 11.3K

$3,513 BGN 5,691

$15.2K BGN 24.7K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$59.8 BGN 96.8

$29.00 BGN 46.98

$116 BGN 188

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$34.78 BGN 56.3

$17.39 BGN 28.17

$58.0 BGN 93.9

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$99.6 BGN 161

$70.6 BGN 114

$147 BGN 238

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$105 BGN 170

$70.4 BGN 114

$147 BGN 238

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$471 BGN 764

$351 BGN 569

$703 BGN 1,139

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$334 BGN 540

$232 BGN 376

$406 BGN 658

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$824 BGN 1,334

$647 BGN 1,048

$1,059 BGN 1,716

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$616 BGN 998

$476 BGN 772

$715 BGN 1,158

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$2,358 BGN 3,819

$2,211 BGN 3,582

$2,747 BGN 4,451

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,504 BGN 2,437

$1,336 BGN 2,164

$1,889 BGN 3,060

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$1,148 BGN 1,859

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

4.49

2.9

5.7

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: March 2, 2026

Plovdiv Median Internet Speeds (Updated December 2025)

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The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

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Cost of Living in Plovdiv - Frequently Asked Questions

Plovdiv offers a favorable mix for travelers, expats, and digital nomads; you can stretch a modest budget without sacrificing essential comforts. Cost of Living in Plovdiv is notably lower than many Western European cities and often gentler on a long stay than Sofia. You’ll find inexpensive bakeries, markets, and casual eateries, plus flexible housing options from modern apartments to older flats in central or quieter neighborhoods. Utilities and internet tend to be reasonable. Plan to be selective about neighborhoods: Kapana and the Old Town have charm but cost more, while outskirts offer good value. Tip: start with a short-term rental to test neighborhoods before signing a longer lease.

Housing search tips: start in central districts like the Old Town or near Kapana, but broaden to nearby neighborhoods for better prices and space. Food options range from bustling markets, small family-run stores to modern cafes; you can cook at home to save, or enjoy affordable street foods. Getting around is practical on foot or by local buses; cycling and occasional rideshares are common. For errands, expect seasonal produce in markets and local fruit stands. Plovdiv living cost varies with location and season, so align your choice with your plan. Tip: vet a few apartments via a short visit and test commute times at different hours.

Quality of life in Plovdiv combines history, walkable streets, and a growing cafe and coworking scene. Build a budgeting framework around fixed costs (rent, utilities) and flexible spends (dining out, entertainment). Consider seasonal shifts: summer festivals may raise demand in central areas, while shoulder seasons bring quieter streets and smoother reservations. For neighborhood fit, map your routine – short commutes between the historic center, university belt, or riverside parks – and allow for easy access to transit nodes. Try a multi-neighborhood approach before settling, and set a trial period for a longer-term lease to gauge daily rhythms, convenience, and community. Tip: leverage local markets and student-friendly districts for value without sacrificing access.