Bansko, Bulgaria 🇧🇬
#776
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Nomad Score:
68%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$250.00
$700.00
$45.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals in central Bansko |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$70.00
$120.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$15.00
$35.00
$3.00
|
Daily cost for prepaid SIM and Wi-Fi access |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$150.00
$350.00
$10.00
|
Daily cost assuming some self-catering |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$30.00
$60.00
$5.00
|
Daily cost including taxis and occasional bus |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$60.00
$400.00
$25.00
|
Daily cost for meals at local and tourist restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$40.00
$150.00
$15.00
|
Daily cost for skiing, spa, and cultural activities |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$40.00
$150.00
$5.00
|
Daily cost for travel insurance coverage |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$50.00
$0.00
|
One-time monthly average for expat residence permits |
| Total |
$655.00
$2,015.00
$108.00
|
Local Resident: Basic but comfortable lifestyle for a local salary. Cooking most meals at home with occasional local restaurants (2-3x/month). Local brands and services.
Digital Nomad: Western standard of living with imported goods/services. Regular dining out at mid-range to upscale restaurants (3-4x/week). Mix of local and imported products.
Tourist: Daily costs for comfortable short-term stays. Eating most meals at restaurants, using tourist-oriented services and accommodations.
Individual Item Costs
🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom)
$320.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
☕ Coffee
$1.50
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$2.00
Local beers are generally affordable; prices may rise slightly during ski season.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$5.00
Typical local restaurants; prices can increase in tourist-heavy areas.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$6.00
Standard fast food chains and local equivalents.
per meal
🍎 Apples
$1.20
Seasonal variations apply; spring prices are moderate.
per kg
🍞 Bread
$0.90
Local bakeries offer fresh bread at reasonable prices.
per loaf
🥛 Milk
$1.10
Locally sourced milk is common and affordable.
per liter
🍚 Rice
$1.50
Standard white rice, prices stable year-round.
per kg
🥩 Chicken Fillets
$4.50
Locally produced poultry; prices may rise slightly in winter.
per kg
🍖 Beef
$7.00
Beef is less common and pricier than chicken.
per kg
🥂 Wine (Mid-range)
$7.50
Bulgarian wines are good quality and affordable.
per bottle
🚕 Taxi Start
$1.20
Base fare within town limits.
per trip
🚕 Taxi per km
$0.60
Rates may increase slightly during peak tourist season.
per km
🚌 Monthly Transport Pass
$20.00
Limited public transport options; pass covers local buses.
per month
🚘 Gasoline
$1.40
Prices fluctuate with global oil markets.
per liter
🧴 Mobile Plan
$10.00
Basic plans with moderate data; better deals available with longer contracts.
per month
💻 Internet (60 Mbps+)
$20.00
Reliable broadband available; prices stable.
per month
🏋️ Gym Membership
$25.00
Local gyms with standard facilities.
per month
🎾 Tennis Court (Weekend)
$8.00
Weekend rates slightly higher than weekdays.
per hour
🎟️ Cinema Ticket
$5.00
Standard pricing for local cinemas.
per ticket
👖 Jeans
$40.00
Mid-range brands available in local stores.
per pair
👗 Summer Dress
$30.00
Seasonal sales common in spring and summer.
per dress
👟 Running Shoes
$60.00
Prices vary by brand; local shops stock mid-range options.
per pair