Plovdiv

🇧🇬Bulgaria•Southeastern Europe

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living45

Safety80

Healthcare64

Career Opportunities61

Climate68

Transport67

Air Quality74.5

Family Friendliness71.67

Education69

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Plovdiv a good place to live?

Plovdiv scores 66/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 45/100), very safe (safety: 80/100), and has decent healthcare (healthcare: 64/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Plovdiv?

Plovdiv has a cost of living score of 45/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Plovdiv?

Plovdiv has a transport score of 67/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Plovdiv?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Plovdiv are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Plovdiv safe for expats?

Plovdiv has a safety score of 80/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 74.5/100.

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