Is Stara Zagora more expensive than Burgas?

Stara Zagora is 7.1% more expensive than Burgas overall. Rent is 40.2% lower, groceries 17.7% cheaper, and restaurants 12.2% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Burgas or Stara Zagora?

Burgas has a purchasing power index of 72.1 while Stara Zagora has 96.6 (NYC = 100). Stara Zagora offers better purchasing power.

Burgas vs Stara Zagora: Stara Zagora is 7.1% more expensive, rent 40% lower (2026)

Category	🇧🇬 Burgas	🇧🇬 Stara Zagora	Difference
Cost of Living	21.1	22.6	+7.1%
Rent	11.2	6.7	-40.2%
Groceries	41.3	34.0	-17.7%
Restaurants	49.1	43.1	-12.2%
Purchasing Power	72.1	96.6	+34.0%

Data from October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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