Sofia

🇧🇬Bulgaria•Southeastern Europe

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living49

Safety76

Healthcare63

Career Opportunities65

Climate67

Transport71

Air Quality68.5

Family Friendliness67.67

Education70

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 Sofia a good place to live?

Sofia scores 66/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 49/100), very safe (safety: 76/100), and has decent healthcare (healthcare: 63/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Sofia?

Sofia has a cost of living score of 49/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Sofia?

Sofia has a transport score of 71/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Sofia?

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

▸Is Sofia safe for expats?

Sofia has a safety score of 76/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 68.5/100.

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