The Cost of Living in Bulgaria

Here are some examples of the cost of living in Bulgaria, based on 2007 prices.

• Fuel for the car: 60p per litre
• 2-course meal for two people (with drinks) in a local restaurant: £6
• Weekly grocery bill for a family of four: £25
• Colour and cut at the hairdresser: £8 - £10
• A pint of beer or a glass of wine: 30 pence
• Broadband internet access: £8 per month (but avoid dial-up, which can be very expensive)
• A top-rated DVD video: £5
• A cleaner or handyman: £1 per hour