Is Stara Zagora more expensive than Plovdiv?

Stara Zagora is 2.7% more expensive than Plovdiv overall. Rent is 41.2% lower, groceries 24.4% cheaper, and restaurants 1.1% cheaper.

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

Plovdiv has a purchasing power index of 81.0 while Stara Zagora has 96.6 (NYC = 100). Stara Zagora offers better purchasing power.

Plovdiv vs Stara Zagora: Stara Zagora is 2.7% more expensive, rent 41% lower (2026)

Category	🇧🇬 Plovdiv	🇧🇬 Stara Zagora	Difference
Cost of Living	22.0	22.6	+2.7%
Rent	11.4	6.7	-41.2%
Groceries	45.0	34.0	-24.4%
Restaurants	43.6	43.1	-1.1%
Purchasing Power	81.0	96.6	+19.3%

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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