Is Burgas more expensive than Plovdiv?

Burgas is 4.1% cheaper than Plovdiv overall. Rent is 1.8% lower, groceries 8.2% cheaper, and restaurants 12.6% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Plovdiv or Burgas?

Plovdiv has a purchasing power index of 81.0 while Burgas has 72.1 (NYC = 100). Plovdiv offers better purchasing power.

Plovdiv vs Burgas: Burgas is 4.1% cheaper, rent 2% lower (2026)

Category	🇧🇬 Plovdiv	🇧🇬 Burgas	Difference
Cost of Living	22.0	21.1	-4.1%
Rent	11.4	11.2	-1.8%
Groceries	45.0	41.3	-8.2%
Restaurants	43.6	49.1	+12.6%
Purchasing Power	81.0	72.1	-11.0%

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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