Dobrich, Bulgaria 🇧🇬
#1621
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Nomad Score:
60%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Dobrich is one of the more affordable cities in Bulgaria, with low prices for daily expenses compared to Western Europe.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, with many budget-friendly apartments available for digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer fresh produce and groceries at very reasonable prices.
🚌 Transportation Cost
83%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap, though limited in frequency; taxis are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but inexpensive, mostly local bars and small cinemas.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
78%
Weight: 10
Gyms are affordable, though fewer in number compared to larger Bulgarian cities.
💱 Currency Stability
76%
Weight: 30
Bulgarian lev is relatively stable, pegged to the Euro, with low inflation.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
74%
Weight: 100
Average broadband speeds around 50-70 Mbps; stable but not top-tier.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
31%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most nomads work from cafes or home.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
65%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but quality and speed vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
42%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically cater to digital nomads; power outlets and seating can be limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
27%
Weight: 100
Dobrich is not a popular destination for digital nomads compared to Sofia or Plovdiv.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Relaxed pace of life with low stress and good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Generally good air and environmental quality due to smaller population and less industry.
🧼 Cleanliness
69%
Weight: 10
City is moderately clean but some areas could be better maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
43%
Weight: 30
Bulgarian is the main language; English is not widely spoken outside younger generations.
💨 Air Quality
77%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally good with low pollution levels.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
56%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available but not on par with major cities or Western Europe.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
81%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low, making private care affordable for expats.
🏥 Healthcare
62%
Weight: 20
Limited specialist services locally; better options in larger Bulgarian cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
68%
Weight: 80
Continental climate with hot summers and cold winters; some seasonal variety but winters can be harsh.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
71%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas, but fewer than in larger cities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
54%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not standard in many older buildings; summers can be warm.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with warm summers and cold winters.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
63%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture but limited international cultural events.
🌃 Nightlife
38%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is minimal with few bars and clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
75%
Weight: 15
Access to countryside and nature nearby; good for hiking and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
41%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities to learn Bulgarian.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
52%
Weight: 10
Limited organized tours; more authentic local experiences available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
47%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options like cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
64%
Weight: 25
Good traditional Bulgarian food; limited international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
35%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
68%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce widely available; healthy eating possible but limited specialty health food stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
Eastern European Time (UTC+2) is convenient for European and some Asian time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
28%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
31%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
29%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
32%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity in Dobrich compared to Sofia or Plovdiv.
💳 Local Payment Services
67%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; cash still widely used.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but limited local infrastructure or services.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
25%
Weight: 30
No airport in Dobrich; nearest major airport is Varna, about 50 km away.
🚇 Public Transit
51%
Weight: 20
Limited bus services within the city; no metro or tram.
🚶 Walkability
73%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
34%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of Uber or similar services.
🚲 Cycling
45%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but infrastructure is limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Bus and train connections to other cities exist but are infrequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
27%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
76%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage; 5G rollout is limited but improving.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no significant restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
78%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
53%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some cafes and public areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
74%
Weight: 40
EU member; visa-free for many countries; standard Bulgarian visa rules apply.
📊 Tax Friendliness
65%
Weight: 30
Flat income tax rate of 10%; favorable for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
79%
Weight: 15
Generally good freedom of speech with some political sensitivities.
🏛️ Political Stability
68%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic system though occasional political unrest occurs.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
62%
Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires documentation and can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
67%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process with some administrative hurdles.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in Bulgaria as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
41%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
23%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
36%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for Dobrich digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
75%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
64%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly; some traditional attitudes persist.
✊ Racial Tolerance
51%
Weight: 50
Mixed tolerance levels; some xenophobia reported but generally peaceful.