Cost of Living in Plovdiv - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $665 (excluding rent), and $1,071 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,673 (excluding rent), and $2,406 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$9.08 BGN 15.08

$6.06 BGN 10.05

$18.17 BGN 30.16

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$47.40 BGN 78.7

$35.55 BGN 59.0

$71.1 BGN 118

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$8.53 BGN 14.17

$7.07 BGN 11.73

$8.83 BGN 14.66

Cappuccino

$2.43 BGN 4.03

$1.17 BGN 1.95

$3.52 BGN 5.85

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

$1.49 BGN 2.47

$1.20 BGN 1.98

$1.79 BGN 2.98

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.87 BGN 1.44

$0.58 BGN 0.96

$1.15 BGN 1.91

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$2.91 BGN 4.84

$1.93 BGN 3.20

$3.50 BGN 5.81

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.90 BGN 4.81

$2.32 BGN 3.85

$3.48 BGN 5.78

Milk (1 liter)

$1.73 BGN 2.87

$1.44 BGN 2.39

$1.91 BGN 3.17

White Bread (500g)

$1.02 BGN 1.69

$0.70 BGN 1.16

$1.16 BGN 1.92

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.18 BGN 3.61

$1.13 BGN 1.87

$2.97 BGN 4.93

Eggs

$3.37 BGN 5.60

$2.47 BGN 4.10

$4.23 BGN 7.02

Local Cheese (1kg)

$11.63 BGN 19.31

$7.63 BGN 12.67

$19.96 BGN 33.14

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$7.68 BGN 12.74

$5.27 BGN 8.74

$8.78 BGN 14.57

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$12.21 BGN 20.26

$7.69 BGN 12.76

$17.74 BGN 29.45

Apples (1kg)

$1.56 BGN 2.59

$1.07 BGN 1.78

$1.94 BGN 3.21

Banana (1kg)

$1.69 BGN 2.80

$1.24 BGN 2.07

$2.08 BGN 3.45

Oranges (1kg)

$1.59 BGN 2.65

$0.86 BGN 1.43

$2.59 BGN 4.30

Tomato (1kg)

$2.57 BGN 4.26

$1.50 BGN 2.50

$3.02 BGN 5.01

Potato (1kg)

$0.99 BGN 1.64

$0.52 BGN 0.86

$1.15 BGN 1.91

Onion (1kg)

$1.15 BGN 1.92

$0.73 BGN 1.20

$1.50 BGN 2.49

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.05 BGN 1.74

$0.46 BGN 0.76

$1.67 BGN 2.78

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.77 BGN 1.27

$0.45 BGN 0.75

$1.13 BGN 1.88

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$3.50 BGN 5.81

$4.08 BGN 6.78

Wine (Bottle)

$7.25 BGN 12.03

$5.04 BGN 8.36

$9.67 BGN 16.05

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.09 BGN 1.80

$0.67 BGN 1.10

$1.69 BGN 2.80

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.75 BGN 2.91

$1.16 BGN 1.93

$2.90 BGN 4.82

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.57 BGN 0.95

$0.86 BGN 1.42

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$28.20 BGN 46.81

$17.81 BGN 29.57

$29.69 BGN 49.29

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$1.20 BGN 1.99

$0.89 BGN 1.48

$1.79 BGN 2.97

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.62 BGN 1.02

$0.52 BGN 0.86

$0.78 BGN 1.30

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$10.66 BGN 17.70

$7.11 BGN 11.80

$11.85 BGN 19.66

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.58 BGN 2.62

$1.50 BGN 2.48

$1.71 BGN 2.84

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

$32.8K BGN 54.4K

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

$28.9K BGN 47.9K

$25.3K BGN 41.9K

$30.1K BGN 49.9K

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

$95.4 BGN 158

$58.5 BGN 97.2

$176 BGN 291

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

$17.60 BGN 29.22

$8.73 BGN 14.49

$24.43 BGN 40.56

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$15.32 BGN 25.43

$11.91 BGN 19.77

$17.86 BGN 29.65

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$37.00 BGN 61.4

$23.58 BGN 39.15

$47.17 BGN 78.3

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$15.16 BGN 25.17

$11.97 BGN 19.87

$23.93 BGN 39.73

Cinema Ticket

$9.27 BGN 15.39

$7.18 BGN 11.92

$11.97 BGN 19.87

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

$426 BGN 706

$356 BGN 591

$475 BGN 789

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$7,079 BGN 11.8K

$3,577 BGN 5,938

$15.5K BGN 25.7K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$61.7 BGN 102

$29.95 BGN 49.71

$120 BGN 199

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$35.47 BGN 58.9

$17.74 BGN 29.44

$59.1 BGN 98.2

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$99.2 BGN 165

$70.4 BGN 117

$147 BGN 243

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$104 BGN 172

$69.7 BGN 116

$145 BGN 241

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$468 BGN 777

$349 BGN 579

$698 BGN 1,159

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$336 BGN 557

$234 BGN 388

$409 BGN 678

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$829 BGN 1,377

$652 BGN 1,082

$1,066 BGN 1,770

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$599 BGN 994

$463 BGN 769

$695 BGN 1,153

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$2,358 BGN 3,914

$2,201 BGN 3,654

$2,736 BGN 4,541

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,530 BGN 2,540

$1,350 BGN 2,241

$1,909 BGN 3,169

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$1,120 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: April 12, 2026

Plovdiv Median Internet Speeds (Updated April 2026)

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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.