Is Plovdiv more expensive than Stara Zagora?

Plovdiv is 2.7% cheaper than Stara Zagora overall. Rent is 70.1% higher, groceries 32.4% more expensive, and restaurants 1.2% more expensive.

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

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

Stara Zagora vs Plovdiv: Plovdiv is 2.7% cheaper, rent 70% higher (2026)

Category	🇧🇬 Stara Zagora	🇧🇬 Plovdiv	Difference
Cost of Living	22.6	22.0	-2.7%
Rent	6.7	11.4	+70.1%
Groceries	34.0	45.0	+32.4%
Restaurants	43.1	43.6	+1.2%
Purchasing Power	96.6	81.0	-16.1%

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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