Sofia, Bulgaria

In 2026, a single person living in Sofia needs approximately BGN 2,558/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around BGN 5,043/month. Sofia is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Sofia costs approximately BGN 1,323/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around BGN 2,315/month. Rent has changed +4.2% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Sofia are approximately BGN 882 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Sofia costs BGN 66 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Sofia average BGN 198 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Sofia is located in Bulgaria (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of BGN 1,323/month and total single-person expenses around BGN 2,558/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Sofia costs approximately BGN 11 in 2026. Budget around BGN 88/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Sofia from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 25.3% over this period (from BGN 1,056 in 2022 to BGN 1,323 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Sofia in 2026, a single person needs approximately BGN 2,558/month. This covers rent (BGN 1,323), groceries (BGN 882), transport (BGN 66), utilities (BGN 198) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around BGN 5,043/month.