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| Expense | Smolyan | Sofia | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.86 | $7.02 | Smolyan |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $19.44 | $28.08 | Smolyan |
| Cappuccino | $1.46 | $2.11 | Smolyan |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $110 | $159 | Smolyan |
| Monthly public transport pass | $17.82 | $25.74 | Smolyan |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $46.98 | $67.86 | Smolyan |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $13.61 | $19.66 | Smolyan |
| Fitness club membership | $13.61 | $19.66 | Smolyan |
| Cinema ticket | $3.56 | $5.15 | Smolyan |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $202 | $319 | Smolyan |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $140 | $222 | Smolyan |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $421 | $666 | Smolyan |
| Total single-person budget | $464 | $690 | Smolyan |
| Average net salary | $900 | $1,300 |
Smolyan is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Smolyan runs about $464 versus $690 in Sofia — a difference of roughly 49%.
Salary-adjusted, Sofia 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 Smolyan · Full cost of living in Sofia