Varna, Bulgaria

In 2026, a single person living in Varna needs approximately BGN 2,124/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around BGN 4,223/month. Varna is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Varna costs approximately BGN 1,102/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around BGN 1,984/month. Rent has changed +4.2% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Varna are approximately BGN 717 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Varna costs BGN 50 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Varna average BGN 176 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Varna is located in Bulgaria (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of BGN 1,102/month and total single-person expenses around BGN 2,124/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Varna costs approximately BGN 10 in 2026. Budget around BGN 79/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Varna from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 25.3% over this period (from BGN 880 in 2022 to BGN 1,102 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Varna in 2026, a single person needs approximately BGN 2,124/month. This covers rent (BGN 1,102), groceries (BGN 717), transport (BGN 50), utilities (BGN 176) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around BGN 4,223/month.