Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria, Bulgaria — cost of living
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Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria

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About Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$445
Family of 4 / mo
$1,130
Avg salary (after tax)
$771

Veliko Tarnovo is a beautiful city in Bulgaria , known for its rich history and stunning views. It was once the capital of the Second Bulgarian Empire, which makes it a place full of fascinating stories. The city is famous for its medieval fortress, Tsarevets, which sits on a hill and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.· Wikipedia · Veliko Tarnovo· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $51.93
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $62.8
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $35.03
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $89.38

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $1.8
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $778.68

Food - Beverages

  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $1.48
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $2.35
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $2.18
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $1.2
  • CappuccinoUSD $1.9

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $9.42
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $43.48
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $7.25

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $11.28
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $1.78
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $2.04
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $1.69
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $2.9
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $0.98
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $0.8
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $0.9
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.71
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $7.25
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $4.2
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $7.37
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $7.05
  • Dozen EggsUSD $2.46
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $2.51
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $1.95
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.72

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $74.05
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $253.63
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $227.05
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $555.57
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $471.02
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $72.37

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $30.2
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $11.36
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $6.53
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $362.34
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $1,449

Transportation

  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $1.13
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $1.24
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $25,363
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $10.87
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $25.37
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $26,646
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $0.72

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $15.76
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $131.14

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