Prices and Cost of Living in Bulgaria

Food and beverage prices in Bulgaria

Popular food products found on store shelves in Bulgaria include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 1.65 BGN (3.6 PLN) for a kilo of onions to 21.2 BGN (46.23 PLN) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 3.62 BGN (7.89 PLN) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 1.88 BGN (4.1 PLN) per half kilo. Bananas cost 3.12 BGN (6.8 PLN) per kilo, while apples cost 2.64 BGN (5.76 PLN) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 1.15 BGN (2.51 PLN). Dairy prices in Bulgaria, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 3.13 BGN (6.83 PLN), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 19.73 BGN (43.03 PLN). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 14.42 BGN (31.45 PLN) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 5.63 BGN (12.28 PLN), and the average price of tomatoes is 4.29 BGN (9.36 PLN) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Bulgaria vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 3.69 BGN (8.05 PLN), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 2.31 BGN (5.04 PLN). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 12 BGN (26.17 PLN) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 80 BGN (174 PLN). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 20 BGN (43.61 PLN).

How much does transportation cost in Bulgaria?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 1.6 BGN (3.49 PLN), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 50 BGN (109 PLN). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 2.19 BGN (4.78 PLN), along with a per-kilometer charge of 1.2 BGN (2.62 PLN).

Fuel prices in Bulgaria

Average fuel prices in Bulgaria are 2.37 BGN (5.17 PLN) per liter of gasoline and 2.32 BGN (5.05 PLN) per liter of diesel. A liter of LPG autogas costs 1.13 BGN (2.46 PLN).

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bulgaria?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Bulgaria varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 658 BGN (1435 PLN) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 854 BGN (1862 PLN) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 4882 BGN (10646 PLN) per square meter.