Cost of Living in Plovdiv - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $647 (excluding rent), and $1,087 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,659 (excluding rent), and $2,376 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$8.74 BGN 14.24

$5.82 BGN 9.49

$17.47 BGN 28.48

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$46.41 BGN 75.7

$34.81 BGN 56.7

$69.6 BGN 113

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$8.56 BGN 13.96

$7.09 BGN 11.56

$8.86 BGN 14.45

Cappuccino

$2.49 BGN 4.05

$1.20 BGN 1.96

$3.61 BGN 5.88

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

$1.50 BGN 2.44

$1.20 BGN 1.96

$1.80 BGN 2.94

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.87 BGN 1.42

$0.58 BGN 0.94

$1.15 BGN 1.88

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$2.98 BGN 4.86

$1.97 BGN 3.21

$3.58 BGN 5.83

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.88 BGN 4.70

$2.31 BGN 3.76

$3.46 BGN 5.64

Milk (1 liter)

$1.81 BGN 2.94

$1.50 BGN 2.44

$1.99 BGN 3.24

White Bread (500g)

$1.05 BGN 1.72

$0.72 BGN 1.17

$1.20 BGN 1.95

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.19 BGN 3.58

$1.14 BGN 1.85

$3.00 BGN 4.88

Eggs

$3.37 BGN 5.50

$2.47 BGN 4.02

$4.23 BGN 6.89

Local Cheese (1kg)

$11.49 BGN 18.74

$7.54 BGN 12.29

$19.72 BGN 32.15

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$7.76 BGN 12.65

$5.32 BGN 8.68

$8.87 BGN 14.47

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$12.08 BGN 19.69

$7.61 BGN 12.40

$17.56 BGN 28.62

Apples (1kg)

$1.58 BGN 2.58

$1.09 BGN 1.78

$1.96 BGN 3.20

Banana (1kg)

$1.69 BGN 2.75

$1.25 BGN 2.03

$2.08 BGN 3.39

Oranges (1kg)

$1.65 BGN 2.68

$0.89 BGN 1.45

$2.68 BGN 4.36

Tomato (1kg)

$2.49 BGN 4.05

$1.46 BGN 2.37

$2.92 BGN 4.76

Potato (1kg)

$1.04 BGN 1.69

$0.54 BGN 0.89

$1.21 BGN 1.97

Onion (1kg)

$1.11 BGN 1.81

$0.70 BGN 1.13

$1.44 BGN 2.35

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.04 BGN 1.70

$0.46 BGN 0.75

$1.67 BGN 2.72

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.83 BGN 1.35

$0.49 BGN 0.79

$1.22 BGN 1.99

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$3.46 BGN 5.65

$4.04 BGN 6.59

Wine (Bottle)

$7.01 BGN 11.42

$4.89 BGN 7.98

$9.35 BGN 15.24

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.08 BGN 1.77

$0.67 BGN 1.08

$1.69 BGN 2.75

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.83 BGN 2.99

$1.22 BGN 1.98

$3.04 BGN 4.95

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.62 BGN 1.00

$0.92 BGN 1.50

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$27.86 BGN 45.41

$17.60 BGN 28.68

$29.33 BGN 47.81

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$1.17 BGN 1.90

$0.87 BGN 1.42

$1.74 BGN 2.84

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.62 BGN 1.01

$0.52 BGN 0.85

$0.79 BGN 1.28

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$10.68 BGN 17.42

$7.12 BGN 11.61

$11.87 BGN 19.35

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.51 BGN 2.46

$1.43 BGN 2.34

$1.64 BGN 2.67

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

$32.6K BGN 53.2K

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

$28.0K BGN 45.6K

$24.5K BGN 39.9K

$29.1K BGN 47.5K

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

$98.1 BGN 160

$60.2 BGN 98.1

$180 BGN 294

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

$17.84 BGN 29.08

$8.84 BGN 14.42

$24.77 BGN 40.37

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$14.89 BGN 24.27

$11.57 BGN 18.87

$17.36 BGN 28.30

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$37.23 BGN 60.7

$23.73 BGN 38.67

$47.45 BGN 77.3

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$15.03 BGN 24.49

$11.86 BGN 19.33

$23.72 BGN 38.67

Cinema Ticket

$9.32 BGN 15.19

$7.22 BGN 11.76

$12.03 BGN 19.61

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

$419 BGN 682

$350 BGN 571

$467 BGN 762

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$6,917 BGN 11.3K

$3,495 BGN 5,697

$15.1K BGN 24.7K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$61.6 BGN 100

$29.88 BGN 48.70

$120 BGN 195

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$35.15 BGN 57.3

$17.57 BGN 28.65

$58.6 BGN 95.5

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$99.8 BGN 163

$70.8 BGN 115

$147 BGN 240

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$107 BGN 174

$71.7 BGN 117

$149 BGN 244

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$476 BGN 776

$355 BGN 578

$710 BGN 1,157

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$340 BGN 555

$237 BGN 386

$414 BGN 675

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$818 BGN 1,333

$642 BGN 1,047

$1,051 BGN 1,713

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$614 BGN 1,000

$475 BGN 774

$712 BGN 1,161

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$2,395 BGN 3,903

$2,126 BGN 3,465

$2,970 BGN 4,841

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,511 BGN 2,463

$1,355 BGN 2,209

$1,874 BGN 3,055

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$1,132 BGN 1,845

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: January 13, 2026

Plovdiv Median Internet Speeds (Updated December 2025)

Mobile

Mbps

Fixed Broadband

130

Mbps

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.