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Chavdar, Bulgaria

Sofia · Bulgaria

Chavdar is a small town in Sofia, Bulgaria with a population of 1,398. Elevation: 1,939 ft (591 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,398 Population 51/sq mi density
1,939 ft Elevation 591 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
24.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Sofia Timezone
$17,604 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$17,604 median income

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About Chavdar

Chavdar is a village situated in a mountain region, in the eastern part of Sofia Province, Bulgaria.

People

Population1,398
Density51/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$17,604

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain24.8 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation1,939 ft (591 m)
Population1,398
Population Density51 / sq mi
Elevation1,939 ft (591 m)
Coordinates42.6500°, 24.0500°
TimezoneEurope/Sofia
Country🇧🇬 Bulgaria
State / ProvinceSofia
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation24.8 inches (629 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.8 inches (12 cm)
Median Household Income$17,604

About Chavdar

Chavdar is a small town in Bulgaria (Sofia) with a population of 1,398. The city sits at an elevation of 1,939 feet (591 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Sofia.

The median household income in Chavdar is $17,604, which is 77% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 70 business establishments.

Income: Chavdar vs Bulgaria

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)70

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Chavdar experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 66°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 24.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,939 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below Bulgaria avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,939 ft (591 m)
Area27.3 sq mi (70.8 km²)
Population Density51/sq mi
Coordinates42.6500°N, 24.0500°W
TimezoneEurope/Sofia

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.8"
35% below Bulgaria avg
Snowfall 4.8"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.07"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

409 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M3.5 on Sep 9, 2023.

May 22, 2012 Serbia-Bulgaria-Macedonia border region M5.6 89 km
Dec 11, 1998 7 km NW of Chirpan, Bulgaria M4.7 109 km
Apr 5, 2002 4 km NE of Asenovgrad, Bulgaria M4.7 98 km
Jun 7, 2023 Bulgaria M4.6 94 km
May 22, 2012 3 km SSW of Pernik, Bulgaria M4.6 86 km
Jul 14, 2012 8 km NNE of Pernik, Bulgaria M4.6 80 km
May 1, 2020 6 km SW of Rakovski, Bulgaria M4.5 83 km
May 22, 2012 5 km E of Pernik, Bulgaria M4.5 78 km
Nov 23, 1999 5 km SW of Parvomay, Bulgaria M4.5 112 km
May 29, 2012 8 km SSE of Breznik, Bulgaria M4.5 89 km
Feb 21, 2018 3 km NNW of Asenovgrad, Bulgaria M4.4 94 km
May 22, 2016 5 km ENE of Strumyani, Bulgaria M4.3 128 km
Apr 25, 2022 6 km SW of Kocherinovo, Bulgaria M4.2 109 km
Apr 15, 2008 6 km NE of Gabrovo, Bulgaria M4.2 114 km
May 22, 2012 2 km NNE of Batanovtsi, Bulgaria M4.2 89 km
Aug 24, 1992 13 km SSW of Kalofer, Bulgaria M4.2 72 km
May 10, 2006 15 km NW of Dragoman, Bulgaria M4.1 110 km
Jul 27, 2013 7 km ENE of Simitli, Bulgaria M4.1 108 km
Jun 24, 2014 4 km NNW of Corabia, Romania M4.1 133 km
Mar 24, 2008 8 km SE of Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria M4.1 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
February 32°F (-0°C) 1.6 in
March 38°F (4°C) 1.8 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.3 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.0 in
June 62°F (17°C) 3.1 in Wettest
July 66°F (19°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 65°F (19°C) 2.1 in
September 59°F (15°C) 1.6 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in
November 39°F (4°C) 2.0 in
December 32°F (0°C) 1.7 in

Chavdar has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 30°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.1") and January the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Chavdar

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
ОУ "Св. Св. Кирил и Методий" - - - -
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Museums in Chavdar

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
History Museum Panagyurishte
Museum "House of Elin Pelin"
Museum of Raina Knyaginya
Todor Zhivkov Museum
Въстановка на неолитно селище "Тополница"
Дринова къща
Исторически музей
Исторически музей Етрополе
Къща-музей "Райна Княгиня"
Музеен комплекс Тодор Живков
Природонаучен музей
Тутева къща
Фоклорен център

Libraries in Chavdar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Градска библиотека "Стоян Дринов"0.0
Любен Каравелов0.0

Hotels in Chavdar

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Комплекс Мутафчиев

Restaurants in Chavdar

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Комплекс Мутафчиев
Шатраа

Monuments in Chavdar

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Камбана

Stadiums & Teams in Chavdar

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Ski Resorts Near Chavdar

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ски Копривки 0.0 - - $0 - - -
писта х. "Здравец" - малка 0.0 - - $0 - - -
писта х. "Здравец" - голяма 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Chavdar

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sofia AirportSOFLarge Airport
Graf Ignatievo Air Base-Medium Airport
Bahovitsa Airfield-Small Airport
Belchinski Bani Airstrip-Small Airport
Bohot Airfield-Small Airport
Dolna Banya Airfield-Small Airport
Ihtiman Airfield-Small Airport
Koynare Airstrip-Small Airport
Krivodol Airstrip-Small Airport
Lesnovo Airfield-Small Airport
Maritsa Airfield-Small Airport
Moskovets Airstrip-Small Airport
Nedelevo Airstrip-Small Airport
Pishtigovo Airstrip-Small Airport
Slatina Airstrip-Small Airport
Tsalapitsa Airfield-Small Airport
Vratsa Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chavdar

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Параклис "Св. Георги"
Параклис Света Петка
Параклис Свети Георги
Параклис Свети дух
Рождество на Пресвета Богородица
Св. Архангел Михаил
Храм "Свети Архангел Михаил"

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Sofia
Elevation
570 m (1,870 ft)
Area
70.8 km² (27.3 mi²)
Postal Code
2084

🇧🇬 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 Chavdar

What is the population of Chavdar?

Chavdar has a population of 1,398 residents and is located in Bulgaria. The population density is 51 people per square mile, spread across 27.3 square miles.

Is Chavdar 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 Chavdar?

Chavdar has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.8 inches, with 4.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Chavdar?

There are 70 business establishments in the area.

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