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Balchik, Bulgaria
Dobrich · Bulgaria
Balchik is a small city in Dobrich, Bulgaria with a population of 13,000. Elevation: 627 ft (191 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Balchik
Balchik is a town and seaside resort on the Bulgarian Black Sea Coast in the Southern Dobruja area of northeastern Bulgaria. It is in Dobrich Province, 35 km southeast of Dobrich and 42 km northeast of Varna. It sprawls scenically along hilly terraces descending from the Dobruja plateau to the sea, and is often called "The White City" because of its white cliffs.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 13,000 |
| Population Density | 453 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 627 ft (191 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.4217°, 28.1585° |
| Timezone | Europe/Sofia |
| Country | 🇧🇬 Bulgaria |
| State / Province | Dobrich |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.8 inches (503 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.8 inches (7 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $13,500 |
About Balchik
Balchik is a small city in Bulgaria (Dobrich) with a population of 13,000. The city sits at an elevation of 627 feet (191 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Sofia.
Income: Balchik vs Bulgaria
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $13,500 |
| 82% below Bulgaria avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 650 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Balchik
Balchik has an average annual temperature of 13.6°C (56°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.3°C), the coldest is Jan (3.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 536 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below Bulgaria avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 300 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 627 ft (191 m) |
| Area | 28.7 sq mi (74.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 453/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.4217°N, 28.1585°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Sofia |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1901 | BLACK SEA | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 4 | 28 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (21°C) | 1.5 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 1.7 in |
Balchik has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 34°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.1") and January the driest (1.4").
Schools in Balchik
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ОУ "Антим І" | - | - | - | - |
| 2 ОДЗ "Знаме на мира" | - | - | - | - |
| ПГ за КОС " Алеко Константинов" | - | - | - | - |
| ОУ "Св. Св. Кирил и Методий" | - | - | - | - |
| СОУ "Христо Ботев" | - | - | - | - |
| Общински Детски Комплекс | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Balchik
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maya Varna | contemporary hits, dance | MP3 320 kbps | |
| BNR Varna | bnr, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Nostalgia | 2010s music, 2010 | AAC+ 384 kbps | |
| Lele Male | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Note FM | hit music, pop music | AAC+ 384 kbps | |
| onlineDJradio | electronic | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Dobrudja | talk & speech | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Iubire (RO) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Vacanța - Fresh (RO) | fresh, hits | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Balchik
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aladja Monastery | ||||
| Aladzha Monastery Museum | ||||
| Art Gallery Boris Georgiev | ||||
| Art Gallery Boris Georgiev | ||||
| Church "Konstantin i ELena" | ||||
| Church School | ||||
| Dobrudja and the Sea | ||||
| Ethnographic Museum | ||||
| Ethnographic Museum | ||||
| Etnographic museum | ||||
| Etnographic museum | ||||
| History Museum | ||||
| Kavarna Historical Museum | ||||
| Maritime Museum | ||||
| Maritime Museum | ||||
| Museum of Medicine History | ||||
| Museum of Medicine History | ||||
| Museum of Natural History | ||||
| Museum of Natural History | ||||
| National revival complex | ||||
| Old Mill | ||||
| Old Varna Museum | ||||
| Old Varna Museum | ||||
| Revival museum | ||||
| Revival museum | ||||
| Varna Archaeological Museum | ||||
| етнографски комплекс "Чифлика Чукурово" | ||||
| Етнографски музей | ||||
| Етнографски музей | ||||
| Етнографски музей | ||||
| Етнографски музей | ||||
| Миноносец Дръзки | ||||
| Миноносец Дръзки | ||||
| Музей за история на Варна | ||||
| Музей за история на Варна | ||||
| частна галерия Обелиск | ||||
| частна галерия Обелиск |
Libraries in Balchik
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regional Library "Pencho P. Slaveykov" | 0.0 | |||||
| Regional Library "Pencho P. Slaveykov" | 0.0 | |||||
| Клуб-библиотека «Виделина» | 0.0 | |||||
| Клуб-библиотека «Виделина» | 0.0 | |||||
| РБ "Пенчо Славейков" Варна - детски и средношколски отдел | 0.0 | |||||
| РБ "Пенчо Славейков" Варна - детски и средношколски отдел | 0.0 | |||||
| РБ "Пенчо Славейков" отдел изкуство | 0.0 | |||||
| РБ "Пенчо Славейков" отдел изкуство | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Balchik
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Пазар | |||||
| Пазар „Котва“ | |||||
| Пазар „Часовника“ | |||||
| Пазар Левски | |||||
| Пазар Чаталджа | |||||
| Фермерски пазар | |||||
| Фермерски пазар |
Hotels in Balchik
43 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Balchik
20 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Balchik
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Balchik
3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Balchik
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Balchik
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Balchik
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Balchik
8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Balchik
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Balchik
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Balchik
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Мъзето |
Stadiums & Teams in Balchik
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| "Ticha" Stadium | ||
| Спартак |
Airports Near Balchik
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Varna Airport | VAR | Large Airport |
| Balchik Airfield | - | Medium Airport |
| Costinești Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Golyama Smolnitsa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kaynardzha Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Krushari Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Leskovo Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mogilishte Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Slanchev Bryag (Sunny Beach) Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sokolovo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Suvorovo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tervel Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tuzla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vetrino Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Balchik
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Балчик | |
| Централна Поща |
Treatment Centers in Balchik
14 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Denas Center | ||
| Ibn-i sina | ||
| K Dent Clinic | ||
| Sana medic | ||
| Вита Нова | ||
| Д-р Крайчева | ||
| Еквита | ||
| Китайски център | ||
| Клиника по хемодиализа към МБАЛ „Св. Марина“ | ||
| МЦ Надежда | ||
| Русев ЕООД | ||
| РЦ Трансфузионна хематология - Варна | ||
| ТЕЛК | ||
| Частна клиника Европа |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Balchik
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church "Konstantin i ELena" | |
| Church of St. George | |
| Church of St. Nicholas | |
| Emni Mosque | |
| Stella Maris | |
| Храм Св. Преподобна Параскева |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Bulgaria
15 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Balchik?
Balchik has a population of 13,000 residents and is located in Bulgaria. The population density is 453 people per square mile, spread across 28.7 square miles.
Is Balchik expensive to live in?
The median household income is $13,500, 82% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Balchik?
Balchik has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.8 inches, with 2.8 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Balchik?
There are 650 business establishments in the area.