Is Plovdiv more expensive than Sofia?

Plovdiv is 33.5% cheaper than Sofia overall. Rent is 38.4% lower, groceries 11.8% cheaper, and restaurants 31.1% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Sofia or Plovdiv?

Sofia has a purchasing power index of 93.0 while Plovdiv has 81.0 (NYC = 100). Sofia offers better purchasing power.

Sofia vs Plovdiv: Plovdiv is 33.5% cheaper, rent 38% lower (2026)

Category	🇧🇬 Sofia	🇧🇬 Plovdiv	Difference
Cost of Living	33.1	22.0	-33.5%
Rent	18.5	11.4	-38.4%
Groceries	51.0	45.0	-11.8%
Restaurants	63.3	43.6	-31.1%
Purchasing Power	93.0	81.0	-12.9%

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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