Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in California is 8.53 times more expensive as compared to Bulgaria.
In this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between California and Bulgaria covering various aspects. We have created 172 cost-of-living indicators. We average the prices of all those indicators and take a mathematically calculated approach to determine which entity is more expensive to live in between California and Bulgaria.
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![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() California ![]() | ![]() Bulgaria ![]() |
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1 BHK Apartment in City Center ![]() | 2,500 USD | 750 BGN (405 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center ![]() | 3,500 USD | 1,200 BGN (648 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center ![]() | 4,500 USD | 1,800 BGN (972 USD) |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center ![]() | 1,800 USD | 450 BGN (243 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center ![]() | 2,600 USD | 750 BGN (405 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center ![]() | 3,500 USD | 1,200 BGN (648 USD) |
Mortgage Rates Per Month ![]() | 6.3 % | 3 % |
Realtor Commission ![]() | 5 % | 1.5 % |
Property Taxes ![]() | 0.75 % | 0.01 to 0.45 % |
The average housing cost in California is 5.54 times more expensive than Bulgaria.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() California ![]() | ![]() Bulgaria ![]() |
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Basic Home Furnishing ![]() | 7,000 USD | 1,500 BGN (810 USD) |
Electricity Cost Per Month ![]() | 250 USD | 150 BGN (81 USD) |
Heating Cost Per Month ![]() | 100 USD | 200 BGN (108 USD) |
Cooling Cost Per Month ![]() | 150 USD | 50 BGN (27 USD) |
Water Supply Cost Per Month ![]() | 75 USD | 30 BGN (16.20 USD) |
If you lived in California, instead of Bulgaria, you would have to pay 626.83% more for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in California costs 8.64 times more compared to Bulgaria.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() California ![]() | ![]() Bulgaria ![]() |
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Standard Wifi Cost Per Month ![]() | 90 USD | 60 BGN (32.40 USD) |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month ![]() | 80 USD | 30 BGN (16.20 USD) |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month ![]() | 40 USD | 25 BGN (13.50 USD) |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month ![]() | 120 USD | 40 BGN (21.60 USD) |
The internet and communication costs 294.27% more in California compared to Bulgaria.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() California ![]() | ![]() Bulgaria ![]() |
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Long Grain Rice (1 KG) ![]() | 4.50 USD | 3.50 BGN (1.89 USD) |
Milk (1 Liter) ![]() | 1.80 USD | 2.20 BGN (1.19 USD) |
Water (1 Liter) ![]() | 2 USD | 1 BGN (0.54 USD) |
Bread (500 gm) ![]() | 3.50 USD | 1.10 BGN (0.59 USD) |
Eggs (1 Dozen) ![]() | 5 USD | 3.20 BGN (1.73 USD) |
Cheese (1 KG) ![]() | 14 USD | 8.50 BGN (4.59 USD) |
Chicken Breast (1 KG) ![]() | 12 USD | 10 BGN (5.40 USD) |
In California, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 2.20 times more expensive than the cost in Bulgaria.
If you lived in California, instead of Bulgaria, you would have to pay 168.68% more for Groceries.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() California ![]() | ![]() Bulgaria ![]() |
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Apples (1 KG) ![]() | 6 USD | 3 BGN (1.62 USD) |
Bananas (1 KG) ![]() | 2.50 USD | 2.50 BGN (1.35 USD) |
Oranges (1 KG) ![]() | 5 USD | 3.50 BGN (1.89 USD) |
Tomatoes (1 KG) ![]() | 5 USD | 4 BGN (2.16 USD) |
Potatoes (1 KG) ![]() | 4 USD | 1.80 BGN (0.97 USD) |
Lemons (1 KG) ![]() | 5 USD | 4.50 BGN (2.43 USD) |
Onions (1 KG) ![]() | 3.50 USD | 2 BGN (1.08 USD) |
Lentils (1 KG) ![]() | 5 USD | 5 BGN (2.70 USD) |
If you lived in California, instead of Bulgaria, you would have to pay 2.53 times more for Fruits and Vegetables.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() California ![]() | ![]() Bulgaria ![]() |
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Meal at a Resonable Restaurant ![]() | 25 USD | 20 BGN (10.80 USD) |
Three-Course Meal for Two ![]() | 90 USD | 50 BGN (27 USD) |
Fast Food Combo Meal ![]() | 12 USD | 10 BGN (5.40 USD) |
Normal Coffee ![]() | 6 USD | 3 BGN (1.62 USD) |
Soft Drink ![]() | 3.50 USD | 2 BGN (1.08 USD) |
Pizza for One ![]() | 20 USD | 15 BGN (8.10 USD) |
Take-Out Delivery Meal ![]() | 30 USD | 25 BGN (13.50 USD) |
Cigarette Pack of 20 ![]() | 10 USD | 6 BGN (3.24 USD) |
Dining-Out costs 177.78% more in California compared to Bulgaria.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() California ![]() | ![]() Bulgaria ![]() |
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Wine Mid-Range Bottle ![]() | 20 USD | 20 BGN (10.80 USD) |
Glass of Wine ![]() | 10 USD | 8 BGN (4.32 USD) |
Domestic Beer Half Liter ![]() | 4 USD | 2 BGN (1.08 USD) |
Imported Beer Half Liter ![]() | 5 USD | 2.50 BGN (1.35 USD) |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter ![]() | 15 USD | 30 BGN (16.20 USD) |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter ![]() | 30 USD | 40 BGN (21.60 USD) |
If you lived in California, instead of Bulgaria, you would have to pay 1.52 times more for usual hard drinks.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() California ![]() | ![]() Bulgaria ![]() |
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Monthly Public Transportation Pass ![]() | 100 USD | 50 BGN (27 USD) |
Single Public Transportation Ticket ![]() | 4 USD | 1.50 BGN (0.81 USD) |
Single Train Ticket ![]() | 100 USD | 20 BGN (10.80 USD) |
Domestic Airplane Ticket ![]() | 350 USD | 100 BGN (54 USD) |
Taxi Start Fare ![]() | 5 USD | 2 BGN (1.08 USD) |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer ![]() | 3 USD | 1 BGN (0.54 USD) |
Car Rental Per Day ![]() | 70 USD | 60 BGN (32.40 USD) |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour ![]() | 5 USD | 3 BGN (1.62 USD) |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour ![]() | 3 USD | 1.50 BGN (0.81 USD) |
If you lived in California, instead of Bulgaria, you would have to pay 4.96 times more for transportation.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() California ![]() | ![]() Bulgaria ![]() |
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Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost ![]() | 40,000 USD | 25,000 BGN (13,500 USD) |
Vehicle Registration Cost ![]() | 200 USD | 150 BGN (81 USD) |
Driving License Fees ![]() | 35 USD | 100 BGN (54 USD) |
Car Insurance Cost ![]() | 180 USD | 600 BGN (324 USD) |
Car Maintainence Cost ![]() | 150 USD | 300 BGN (162 USD) |
Car Loan Interest Rates ![]() | 4 % | 4 % |
Fuel Per Liter ![]() | 1.40 USD | 2.20 BGN (1.19 USD) |
Fuel Per Gallon ![]() | 5.20 USD | 8.40 BGN (4.54 USD) |
Average Toll Fees ![]() | 6 USD | Yet to Update |
You would have to pay 2.87 times more for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintainence in California compared to that of Bulgaria.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() California ![]() | ![]() Bulgaria ![]() |
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Doctor Visit ![]() | 150 USD | 50 BGN (27 USD) |
Specialist Visit ![]() | 200 USD | 80 BGN (43.20 USD) |
Dentist Visit ![]() | 150 USD | 60 BGN (32.40 USD) |
Eye Exam ![]() | 100 USD | 50 BGN (27 USD) |
Mental Health Counseling ![]() | 150 USD | 80 BGN (43.20 USD) |
Preventive Health Screening ![]() | 150 USD | 60 BGN (32.40 USD) |
Physical Therapy ![]() | 150 USD | 60 BGN (32.40 USD) |
Emergency Room Visit ![]() | 800 USD | 100 BGN (54 USD) |
Hospital Stay Per Night ![]() | 3,000 USD | 150 BGN (81 USD) |
Vaccinations ![]() | 80 USD | 30 BGN (16.20 USD) |
Prescription Medication ![]() | 25 USD | 20 BGN (10.80 USD) |
Over the Counter Medication ![]() | 20 USD | 10 BGN (5.40 USD) |
Health Insurance Premiums ![]() | 400 USD | 150 BGN (81 USD) |
Health Insurance Deductibles ![]() | 1,500 USD | 200 BGN (108 USD) |
If you lived in California, instead of Bulgaria, you would have to pay 11.57 times more for Health and Medical Treatment.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() California ![]() | ![]() Bulgaria ![]() |
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Cosmetic Procedures ![]() | 3,000 USD | 150 BGN (81 USD) |
Spa Treatment ![]() | 150 USD | 80 BGN (43.20 USD) |
Manicure Pedicure Cost ![]() | 60 USD | 30 BGN (16.20 USD) |
Optical Glasses Cost ![]() | 250 USD | 100 BGN (54 USD) |
Contact Lenses Cost ![]() | 150 USD | 50 BGN (27 USD) |
Haircuts ![]() | 40 USD | 15 BGN (8.10 USD) |
Hair Coloring ![]() | 80 USD | 40 BGN (21.60 USD) |
Shampoo Price ![]() | 7 USD | 5 BGN (2.70 USD) |
Toothpaste Price ![]() | 5 USD | 2 BGN (1.08 USD) |
If you lived in California, instead of Bulgaria, you would have to pay 14.68 times more for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() California ![]() | ![]() Bulgaria ![]() |
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Pair of Nike Running Shoes ![]() | 150 USD | 200 BGN (108 USD) |
Men's Shirt ![]() | 70 USD | 50 BGN (27 USD) |
Women's Dress ![]() | 120 USD | 100 BGN (54 USD) |
Summer Dress ![]() | 80 USD | 80 BGN (43.20 USD) |
Men's Suit ![]() | 500 USD | 350 BGN (189 USD) |
Men's Jeans ![]() | 100 USD | 80 BGN (43.20 USD) |
Women's Jeans ![]() | 100 USD | 70 BGN (37.80 USD) |
Men's Formal Shoes ![]() | 200 USD | 120 BGN (64.80 USD) |
Women's Formal Shoes ![]() | 200 USD | 120 BGN (64.80 USD) |
Men's Casual Shoes ![]() | 150 USD | 90 BGN (48.60 USD) |
Women's Casual Shoes ![]() | 150 USD | 80 BGN (43.20 USD) |
Underwear For Men ![]() | 15 USD | 20 BGN (10.80 USD) |
Underwear For Women ![]() | 15 USD | 20 BGN (10.80 USD) |
Socks For Men ![]() | 8 USD | 10 BGN (5.40 USD) |
Socks For Women ![]() | 8 USD | 10 BGN (5.40 USD) |
Wintercoat for Adults ![]() | 200 USD | 150 BGN (81 USD) |
Sportswear ![]() | 80 USD | 100 BGN (54 USD) |
If you lived in California, instead of Bulgaria, you would have to pay 2.41 times more for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() California ![]() | ![]() Bulgaria ![]() |
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Children's Jeans ![]() | 50 USD | 40 BGN (21.60 USD) |
Children's Normal Sneakers ![]() | 80 USD | 50 BGN (27 USD) |
Children's Winter Coat ![]() | 100 USD | 60 BGN (32.40 USD) |
Daycare for Infant ![]() | 1,500 USD | 500 BGN (270 USD) |
Daycare for Toddler ![]() | 1,300 USD | 400 BGN (216 USD) |
Childcare for Sick Days ![]() | 150 USD | 50 BGN (27 USD) |
Early Childhood Education Programs ![]() | 1,000 USD | 600 BGN (324 USD) |
Extra Curricular Activities ![]() | 200 USD | 150 BGN (81 USD) |
Summer Camp for Kids ![]() | 800 USD | 400 BGN (216 USD) |
If you lived in California, instead of Bulgaria, you would have to pay 4.26 times more for Childcare and kids clothing.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() California ![]() | ![]() Bulgaria ![]() |
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PreSchool Fees ![]() | 1,200 USD | 300 BGN (162 USD) |
Primary School Fees ![]() | 12,000 USD | 1,000 BGN (540 USD) |
Secondary School Fees ![]() | 15,000 USD | 1,500 BGN (810 USD) |
Private School Fees ![]() | 25,000 USD | 3,000 BGN (1,620 USD) |
University Tuition Fees ![]() | 20,000 USD | 5,000 BGN (2,700 USD) |
University Private Tuition Fees ![]() | 40,000 USD | 8,000 BGN (4,320 USD) |
After School Activities ![]() | 200 USD | 100 BGN (54 USD) |
Special Education Services ![]() | 1,500 USD | 200 BGN (108 USD) |
Tutoring ![]() | 60 USD | 40 BGN (21.60 USD) |
Textbooks Cost ![]() | 200 USD | 150 BGN (81 USD) |
School Supplies ![]() | 100 USD | 50 BGN (27 USD) |
If you lived in California, instead of Bulgaria, you would have to pay 11.04 times more for school and education.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() California ![]() | ![]() Bulgaria ![]() |
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Movie Ticket (Single) ![]() | 20 USD | 12 BGN (6.48 USD) |
Theater Ticket (Single) ![]() | 80 USD | 30 BGN (16.20 USD) |
Concert Ticket (Single) ![]() | 100 USD | 50 BGN (27 USD) |
Sports Event Ticket (Single) ![]() | 90 USD | 40 BGN (21.60 USD) |
Gym Membership ![]() | 70 USD | 50 BGN (27 USD) |
Swimming Pool Access ![]() | 30 USD | 30 BGN (16.20 USD) |
Museum Entry Ticket ![]() | 25 USD | 10 BGN (5.40 USD) |
Zoo Entry Ticket ![]() | 20 USD | 15 BGN (8.10 USD) |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket ![]() | 100 USD | 40 BGN (21.60 USD) |
Bowling ![]() | 25 USD | 20 BGN (10.80 USD) |
Mini Golf ![]() | 20 USD | 15 BGN (8.10 USD) |
Video Games ![]() | 70 USD | 60 BGN (32.40 USD) |
Streaming Services ![]() | 15 USD | 20 BGN (10.80 USD) |
Outdoor Equipment Rental ![]() | 35 USD | 20 BGN (10.80 USD) |
Theme Park Annual Pass ![]() | 350 USD | 150 BGN (81 USD) |
If you lived in California, instead of Bulgaria, you would have to pay 3.46 times more for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() California ![]() | ![]() Bulgaria ![]() |
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Language Classes ![]() | 300 USD | 150 BGN (81 USD) |
Parenting Classes ![]() | 150 USD | 100 BGN (54 USD) |
Art Classes ![]() | 40 USD | 25 BGN (13.50 USD) |
Fitness Classes ![]() | 30 USD | 20 BGN (10.80 USD) |
Music Lessons ![]() | 50 USD | 30 BGN (16.20 USD) |
Dance Lessons ![]() | 50 USD | 30 BGN (16.20 USD) |
Reading Materials for Classes ![]() | 20 USD | 20 BGN (10.80 USD) |
Educational Software ![]() | 80 USD | 50 BGN (27 USD) |
If you lived in California, instead of Bulgaria, you would have to pay 3.14 times more for Private Classes.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() California ![]() | ![]() Bulgaria ![]() |
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Average Gross Monthly Salary ![]() | 8,000 USD | 1,500 BGN (810 USD) |
Average Net Monthly Salary ![]() | 5,500 USD | 1,200 BGN (648 USD) |
Minimum Wages ![]() | 20 USD per hour | 28.33 BGN per hour |
Average Bonus ![]() | 8,000 USD | 1,000 BGN (540 USD) |
Income Tax Rate ![]() | 1.00 to 13.30 % | 0 to 20 % |
Social Security Contributions ![]() | 6.2 % | 12.8 % |
Pension Contributions ![]() | 5 % | 14.8 % |
If you lived in California, you would earn 56.16 times more salary as compared to Bulgaria.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() California ![]() | ![]() Bulgaria ![]() |
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Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate ![]() | 300 USD | 100 BGN (54 USD) |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate ![]() | 150 USD | 80 BGN (43.20 USD) |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate ![]() | 80 USD | 60 BGN (32.40 USD) |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate ![]() | 120 USD | 70 BGN (37.80 USD) |
Professional Services cost 3.88 times more in California, as compared to Bulgaria.
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