In Pleven, Bulgaria, a single person typically needs around $684 per month including rent. A family of four may spend about $1479 monthly.
Overall living costs in Pleven are 65% cheaper than the European benchmark.
Pleven is 75% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Pleven is, on average, 88% lower than in New York City.
Pleven is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by transport and rent & utilities. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.
The primary driver of costs in Pleven is rent and utilities, which can impact overall affordability. However, compared to other European cities, it remains quite reasonable.
Food prices in Pleven are 51% lower than the European benchmark, making it an affordable option for residents. This contributes to the overall low cost of living.
Public transport in Pleven is 77% lower than the European benchmark, providing an economical way to navigate the city. This affordability enhances the overall living experience.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 5.45 $ |
| Dinner | 24.6 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 5.62 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 2.34 $ |
| Capuccino | 1.89 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 1.46 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.22 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 0.81 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.32 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 2.8 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 8.07 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 6.75 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 8.49 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.23 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.86 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.13 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.86 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.02 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.11 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.43 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 1.36 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 5.49 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 0.79 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 3.44 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 0.87 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 25.5 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 1.44 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 7.16 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 23 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 6.84 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 2.89 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 1.43 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 1.71 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 57 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 88 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 11.6 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 229 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 237 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 354 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 250 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 1,428 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 1,117 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 755 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 4.86% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 21.7 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 7.39 $ |
| Haircut | 4.36 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 76.2 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 41.2 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 386 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 4,282 $ |