In Sofia, Bulgaria, a single person typically needs around $1043 per month including rent. A family of four may spend about $2606 monthly.
Sofia is 47% cheaper overall versus the European benchmark.
Sofia is 62% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Sofia is, on average, 81% lower than in New York City.
Sofia is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.
The main driver of costs in Sofia is rent and utilities, which can significantly impact overall living expenses.
Food is 33% lower than the European benchmark, making it quite affordable for residents.
Public transport is 32% lower than the European benchmark, offering a cost-effective option for getting around.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 9.9 $ |
| Dinner | 39.5 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 8.45 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 2.32 $ |
| Capuccino | 2.37 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 1.42 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.82 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 0.96 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.59 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 3.79 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 11 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 8.72 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 12.4 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.67 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.89 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.78 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.49 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.15 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.08 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.48 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 1.58 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 7.55 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.07 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 3.68 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 0.9 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 27.3 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 1.55 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 7.6 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 34.7 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 8.05 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 3.32 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 1.98 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 2.85 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 98 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 151 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 13.6 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 359 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 651 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 475 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 943 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 3,253 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 2,109 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 1,389 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 3.18% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 34.4 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 8.22 $ |
| Haircut | 9.66 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 111 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 66.9 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 556 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 7,369 $ |