At a glance
 BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Country | Bulgaria | Bulgaria |
| Nomad score | 6.3 / 10 | 6.8 / 10 |
| Cost of living | $1,089 / mo | $1,558 / mo |
| Internet speed | Data unavailable | Data unavailable |
| Weather now | 9° / 5°C | 9° / 7°C |
| Air quality (AQI) | 56 Moderate | 56 Moderate |
Climate averages
Yearly averages of monthly climate data
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Average high | 19°C | 19.8°C |
| Average low | 8.3°C | 10°C |
| Precipitation | 50 mm / mo | 48 mm / mo |
| Sunshine | 290 h / mo | 289 h / mo |
| Humidity | 68% | 62% |
| Rain days | 7.1 / mo | 6.6 / mo |
| Wind speed | 14 km/h | 15.3 km/h |
BG
Stara Zagora · average high by month
J 8
F 10
M 13
A 17
M 22
J 28
J 32
A 31
S 26
O 19
N 14
D 9
BG
Plovdiv · average high by month
J 8
F 11
M 13
A 18
M 23
J 30
J 34
A 33
S 27
O 20
N 14
D 9
Air quality
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| US AQI | 56 | 56 |
| PM2.5 | 9.2 µg/m³ | 16.5 µg/m³ |
| PM10 | 13 µg/m³ | 17.6 µg/m³ |
| Ozone | 33 µg/m³ | 32 µg/m³ |
| UV index | 0.2 | 0 |
Business & Economy
Scores out of 10
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Blockchain & Crypto Adoption | 4.0 | 5.2 |
| Local Payment Services | 7.0 | 8.1 |
| Startup Scene | 3.4 | 5.7 |
Climate & Environment
Scores out of 10
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | 6.5 | 7.2 |
| Green Spaces | 6.4 | 7.0 |
| Natural Disaster Risk | 6.5 | 5.9 |
| Noise Pollution | 6.2 | 5.6 |
| Seasonal Variety | 7.0 | 7.4 |
| Weather | 6.7 | 6.5 |
Connectivity
Scores out of 10
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Network Coverage | 8.5 | 8.6 |
| Power Grid Reliability | 8.0 | 7.8 |
| Public WiFi Availability | 5.1 | 6.0 |
| VPN Reliability | 8.3 | 8.5 |
Cost & Affordability
Scores out of 10
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Accommodation Cost | 8.5 | 6.1 |
| Cost of Living | 8.4 | 6.8 |
| Currency Stability | 9.2 | 9.2 |
| Entertainment Cost | 7.8 | 7.0 |
| Food & Groceries | 8.0 | 7.6 |
| Gym Membership Cost | 7.1 | 5.1 |
| Transportation Cost | 7.8 | 7.9 |
Culture & Entertainment
Scores out of 10
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Culture | 6.5 | 8.0 |
| Indoors Fun | 4.7 | 6.1 |
| Language Learning Opportunities | 3.9 | 6.5 |
| Local Experiences & Tours | 5.9 | 7.5 |
| Nightlife | 4.5 | 6.3 |
| Outdoors & Nature | 6.6 | 7.1 |
Digital Nomad Community
Scores out of 10
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Nomad Events & Meetups | 1.8 | 4.0 |
| Nomad Friendly | 4.2 | 6.9 |
| Online Community Presence | 1.9 | 4.3 |
Digital Nomad Essentials
Scores out of 10
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Cafes with WiFi | 6.3 | 7.6 |
| Coworking Spaces Availability | 4.2 | 6.5 |
| Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes | 4.3 | 6.5 |
| Digital Nomad Popularity | 2.7 | 5.0 |
| Internet Speed | 8.1 | 8.1 |
| Local SIM Card Availability | 7.9 | 8.5 |
Food & Fitness
Scores out of 10
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Fitness Facilities | 6.3 | 6.9 |
| Food Scene | 5.4 | 7.6 |
| Healthy Food Options | 4.9 | 6.6 |
| Yoga Studios | 3.7 | 6.2 |
Healthcare
Scores out of 10
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | 7.1 | 7.0 |
| Healthcare Affordability | 8.4 | 8.0 |
| Healthcare Quality | 6.2 | 6.6 |
Legal & Administrative
Scores out of 10
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Digital Nomad Visa Availability | 7.2 | 7.2 |
| Ease of Business Registration | 6.4 | 6.4 |
| Ease of Opening Bank Account | 5.8 | 4.7 |
| Freedom of Speech | 6.0 | 6.0 |
| Political Stability | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Tax Friendliness | 7.6 | 7.6 |
| Visa Ease | 6.8 | 6.8 |
Quality of Life
Scores out of 10
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Air Quality | 5.0 | 6.8 |
| Cleanliness | 6.2 | 5.3 |
| Environmental Quality | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Family Friendly | 6.5 | 7.2 |
| Language Barrier | 4.5 | 6.3 |
| Work-Life Balance | 7.0 | 8.0 |
Safety & Tolerance
Scores out of 10
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Female Friendly | 7.0 | 7.9 |
| Racial Tolerance | 6.4 | 6.6 |
| Safety | 7.6 | 8.3 |
Transportation
Scores out of 10
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Airport Connectivity | 3.4 | 4.4 |
| Cycling | 4.4 | 5.6 |
| Intercity Travel Options | 6.0 | 6.5 |
| Public Transit | 5.5 | 5.6 |
| Ride-sharing Services | 4.1 | 6.2 |
| Scooter/Bike Rental Availability | 3.1 | 6.0 |
| Walkability | 6.4 | 7.3 |
Work Environment
Scores out of 10
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Coworking Quality | 6.5 | 7.0 |
| Freelance Ecosystem | 4.2 | 5.8 |
| Networking Opportunities | 3.4 | 5.8 |
| Remote Job Opportunities | 4.0 | 5.0 |
| Time Zone Favorability | 7.7 | 8.2 |
Clothing
Local prices in US dollars
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Jeans | $35 per pair | $35 per pair |
| Summer Dress | $43 per dress | $42 per dress |
| Running Shoes | $67 per pair | $98 per pair |
Dining Out
Local prices in US dollars
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Dining Out | $67 per month | $61 per month |
Entertainment
Local prices in US dollars
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Cinema Ticket | $9.54 per ticket | $9.54 per ticket |
Food & Dining
Local prices in US dollars
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Coffee | $2.26 per cup | $2.29 per cup |
| Beer | $1.47 per pint | $2.55 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $9.64 per meal | $8.60 per meal |
| Fast Food Combo | $9.17 per meal | $8.60 per meal |
| Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) | $38 per meal | $40 per meal |
| Apples | $1.33 per kg | $0.89 per kg |
| Bread | $0.87 per loaf | $1.34 per loaf |
| Water (1.5L bottle) | $0.34 per bottle | $0.99 per bottle |
| Milk | $1.82 per liter | $1.45 per liter |
| Rice | $1.52 per kg | $1.11 per kg |
| Chicken Fillets | $6.69 per kg | $6.39 per kg |
| Beef | $8.61 per kg | $11 per kg |
| Wine (Mid-range) | $5.33 per bottle | $7.17 per bottle |
Groceries
Local prices in US dollars
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Groceries | $100 per month | $131 per month |
Healthcare
Local prices in US dollars
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Doctor Visit (GP) | $28 per visit | $28 per visit |
| Pharmacy (basic meds) | $2.68 per purchase | $2.68 per purchase |
Housing
Local prices in US dollars
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $281 per month | $315 per month |
| Housing | $224 per month | $315 per month |
| Coworking Space | $76 per month | $89 per month |
| Airbnb (1 month) | $337 per month | $842 per month |
| Coliving Space | $247 per month | $449 per month |
Internet & Mobile
Local prices in US dollars
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Internet & Mobile | $33 per month | $33 per month |
Leisure Activities
Local prices in US dollars
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Leisure Activities | $32 per month | $74 per month |
Personal Care
Local prices in US dollars
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Haircut | $6.73 per visit | $6.73 per visit |
| Laundry | $0.67 per kg | $1.12 per kg |
Services
Local prices in US dollars
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Plan | $17 per month | $17 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $16 per month | $16 per month |
| SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) | $3.45 one-time | $3.45 one-time |
| Gym Membership | $23 per month | $37 per month |
| Tennis Court (Weekend) | $16 per hour | $27 per hour |
Transportation
Local prices in US dollars
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Taxi Start | $1.85 per trip | $1.27 per trip |
| Transportation | $34 per month | $39 per month |
| Taxi per km | $1.00 per km | $0.63 per km |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $34 per month | $29 per month |
| Ride-hailing (5km) | $7.18 per trip | $3.94 per trip |
| Gasoline | $1.81 per liter | $1.87 per liter |
| Scooter Rental | $61 per month | $61 per month |
Utilities
Local prices in US dollars
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BG
Stara Zagora
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BG
Plovdiv
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|---|---|---|
| Utilities | $64 per month | $62 per month |