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| Expense | Shumen | Plovdiv | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $5.40 | $5.72 | Shumen |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $21.60 | $22.90 | Shumen |
| Cappuccino | $1.62 | $1.72 | Shumen |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $122 | $130 | Shumen |
| Monthly public transport pass | $19.80 | $20.99 | Shumen |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $52.20 | $55.33 | Shumen |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $15.12 | $16.03 | Shumen |
| Fitness club membership | $15.12 | $16.03 | Shumen |
| Cinema ticket | $3.96 | $4.20 | Shumen |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $230 | $247 | Shumen |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $160 | $172 | Shumen |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $480 | $516 | Shumen |
| Total single-person budget | $520 | $554 | Shumen |
| Average net salary | $1,000 | $1,060 |
Shumen is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Shumen runs about $520 versus $554 in Plovdiv — a difference of roughly 6%.
Salary-adjusted, Plovdiv leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.
Full cost of living in Shumen · Full cost of living in Plovdiv