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Belogradchik, Bulgaria

Vidin · Bulgaria

Belogradchik is a small city in Vidin, Bulgaria with a population of 5,688. Elevation: 1,634 ft (498 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,688 Population 663/sq mi density
1,634 ft Elevation 498 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
24.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Sofia Timezone
$17,604 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$17,604 median income

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About Belogradchik

Belogradchik

Belogradchik is a town in Vidin Province, northwestern Bulgaria, and is the administrative centre of the homonymous municipality. The town is situated in the foothills of the Balkan Mountains just east of the Serbian border and about 50 km south of the Danube River. The town is close to the Belogradchik Rocks, which are major tourist attraction. As of 2024, it had a population of 4,601.

People

Population5,688
Density663/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$17,604

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain24.7 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation1,634 ft (498 m)
Population5,688
Population Density663 / sq mi
Elevation1,634 ft (498 m)
Coordinates43.6272°, 22.6836°
TimezoneEurope/Sofia
Country🇧🇬 Bulgaria
State / ProvinceVidin
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation24.7 inches (628 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.8 inches (12 cm)
Median Household Income$17,604

About Belogradchik

Belogradchik is a small city in Bulgaria (Vidin) with a population of 5,688. The city sits at an elevation of 1,634 feet (498 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Sofia.

The median household income in Belogradchik is $17,604, which is 77% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 284 business establishments.

Income: Belogradchik vs Bulgaria

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Income

Median HH Income$17,604
77% below Bulgaria avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)284

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Belogradchik

Belogradchik has an average annual temperature of 12.4°C (54°F). The hottest month is Jul (23.8°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 632 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F -4.2° / 4.3° 53.1
Feb 2.3°C / 36°F -2.4° / 7.1° 52.8
Mar 7.8°C / 46°F 1.7° / 13.8° 46.5
Apr 12.8°C / 55°F 5.9° / 19.6° 43.9
May 17.8°C / 64°F 11.1° / 24.6° 59.1
Jun 21.5°C / 71°F 14.6° / 28.4° 57.7
Jul 23.8°C / 75°F 16.4° / 31.1° 54.5
Aug 23.5°C / 74°F 15.8° / 31.1° 46.5
Sep 18.5°C / 65°F 11.6° / 25.4° 52.7
Oct 12.4°C / 54°F 6.5° / 18.3° 67.9
Nov 6.8°C / 44°F 2.7° / 11° 47.3
Dec 1.6°C / 35°F -2.3° / 5.6° 50.2
Belogradchik experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 291 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 24.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,634 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below Bulgaria avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,634 ft (498 m)
Area8.6 sq mi (22.2 km²)
Population Density663/sq mi
Coordinates43.6272°N, 22.6836°W
TimezoneEurope/Sofia

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.7"
35% below Bulgaria avg
Snowfall 4.8"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.07"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

121 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.2 on Apr 30, 2024.

May 22, 2012 Serbia-Bulgaria-Macedonia border region M5.6 112 km
Jul 18, 1991 1 km NNW of B?ile Herculane, Romania M5.6 142 km
Jul 1, 1999 8 km N of Trstenik, Serbia M5.2 136 km
Oct 28, 1991 30 km ENE of Lapovo, Serbia M4.8 121 km
May 22, 2012 3 km SSW of Pernik, Bulgaria M4.6 121 km
Jul 14, 2012 8 km NNE of Pernik, Bulgaria M4.6 111 km
May 22, 2012 5 km E of Pernik, Bulgaria M4.5 119 km
May 29, 2012 8 km SSE of Breznik, Bulgaria M4.5 108 km
Aug 2, 2002 4 km SW of Moldova Nou?, Romania M4.5 147 km
Sep 26, 1996 10 km SW of Lapovo, Serbia M4.5 144 km
Jul 16, 2011 4 km ESE of Prokuplje, Serbia M4.4 97 km
Jun 25, 2020 4 km SE of E?elni?a, Romania M4.3 119 km
Dec 16, 1994 15 km NNE of Jagodina, Serbia M4.3 120 km
Jun 12, 2023 9 km WSW of Paraćin, Serbia M4.2 113 km
Apr 30, 2024 6 km S of Eşelniţa, Romania M4.2 116 km
Jun 9, 2016 6 km S of Turija, Serbia M4.2 126 km
May 22, 2012 2 km NNE of Batanovtsi, Bulgaria M4.2 115 km
Jan 12, 1993 12 km ESE of Vranje, Serbia M4.2 133 km
Jun 22, 2002 13 km NNE of Jagodina, Serbia M4.1 122 km
Jun 24, 2014 4 km NNW of Corabia, Romania M4.1 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-0°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.5 in
March 41°F (5°C) 1.9 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.3 in
May 58°F (15°C) 2.8 in
June 65°F (18°C) 3.1 in Wettest
July 68°F (20°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 1.8 in
September 60°F (16°C) 1.9 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.8 in
November 40°F (4°C) 2.1 in
December 33°F (1°C) 1.9 in

Belogradchik has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 31°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.1") and January the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Belogradchik

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
СОУ Христо Ботев — — — —
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Radio Stations near Belogradchik

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio LOLA (RS) — MP3
Radio Karolina (RS) — MP3
Radio Lola - Domaca (RS) classical MP3
Radio Lagoshevtsi ambient, folk MP3 320 kbps
Hype.FM (RS) 90.8 fm, hype fm MP3 320 kbps
Radio Sunset (RS) — MP3 128 kbps
Nisville Online Radio (RS) — MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Belogradchik

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Chiprovtsi Museum of History
History Museum
Музей на природата и науката

Libraries in Belogradchik

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Петър Богдан0.0

Farmers Markets in Belogradchik

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Общински пазар

Hotels in Belogradchik

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dalia
Madona
Skalite hotel
Spa & Wellness
Здравец

Restaurants in Belogradchik

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Markashnica
Mislen Kamak
При Иван

Cafes in Belogradchik

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Роли
Скалите

Cinemas in Belogradchik

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Летен кино театър Гъбите

Monuments in Belogradchik

4 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Войнишки паметник
Паметник на загиналите герои
Полковник Стефан Илиев
Самолет

Castles in Belogradchik

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Belogradchik Fortress
Latin fortress

Train Stations in Belogradchik

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Орешец

Bus Stations in Belogradchik

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Belogradchik Bus Station

Gas Stations in Belogradchik

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BG #2435557207
BG #5107337718
BG #5107337720

Banks in Belogradchik

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

DSK Bank
DSK Bank
UBB
UBB

Gyms in Belogradchik

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BG #6442273995

Breweries in Belogradchik

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Чипровско пиво

Stadiums & Teams in Belogradchik

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Belogradchik

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Stara Planina 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Belogradchik

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bor Airport—Small Airport
Erden Airfield—Small Airport
Medovnitsa Airstrip—Small Airport
Montana Airfield—Small Airport
Vidin Smurdan Airfield—Small Airport

Post Offices in Belogradchik

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Speedy
Еконт

Churches & Religious Organizations in Belogradchik

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Св. Вмчк. Георги Победоносец
Свети Георги Руян

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Sofia
Elevation
522 m (1,713 ft)
Area
22.2 km² (8.6 mi²)
Postal Code
3900
Website
belogradchik.org
Twinned With
Knjaževac

🇧🇬 About Bulgaria

Capital Sofia
Population 7,000,039
Area 110,910 km²
GDP (USD) $102,199,231,385
GDP per capita $15,853
HDI 0.802
Life expectancy 75.7 years
Internet users 80.4%
Urban population 73.7%
Currency BGN (Lev)
Languages Bulgarian
Calling code +359
TLD .bg
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Bulgaria

15 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Нова година
Jan 2 Currency change day Ден на валутната смяна
Mar 3 Liberation Day Ден на oсвобождението на България от Oсманско робство
Apr 10 Good Friday Разпети петък
Apr 11 Holy Saturday Велика събота
Apr 12 Easter Sunday Великден
Apr 13 Easter Monday Велики понеделник
May 1 International Workers' Day Ден на труда и на международната работническа солидарност
May 6 Saint George's Day Гергьовден, ден на храбростта и Българската армия
May 25 Saints Cyril and Methodius Day Ден на Българската просвета и култура и на славянската писменост
Sep 7 Unification Day Ден на съединението
Sep 22 Independence Day Ден на независимостта на България
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Бъдни вечер
Dec 25 Christmas Day Рождество Христово
Dec 26 Second day of Christmas Рождество Христово

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Frequently Asked Questions About Belogradchik

What is the population of Belogradchik?

Belogradchik has a population of 5,688 residents and is located in Bulgaria. The population density is 663 people per square mile, spread across 8.6 square miles.

Is Belogradchik expensive to live in?

The median household income is $17,604, 77% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Belogradchik?

Belogradchik has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.7 inches, with 4.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Belogradchik?

There are 284 business establishments in the area.

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