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Chelopech, Bulgaria

Sofia · Bulgaria

Chelopech is a small town in Sofia, Bulgaria with a population of 1,760. Elevation: 2,349 ft (716 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,760 Population 103/sq mi density
2,349 ft Elevation 716 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
27.1 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 Chelopech

Chelopech

Chelopech is a village in the western part of Bulgaria. It is the only village in the Chelopech Municipality, Sofia Province.

People

Population1,760
Density103/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$17,604

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain27.1 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation2,349 ft (716 m)
Population1,760
Population Density103 / sq mi
Elevation2,349 ft (716 m)
Coordinates42.7000°, 24.0833°
TimezoneEurope/Sofia
Country🇧🇬 Bulgaria
State / ProvinceSofia
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation27.1 inches (688 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.0 inches (18 cm)
Median Household Income$17,604

About Chelopech

Chelopech is a small town in Bulgaria (Sofia) with a population of 1,760. The city sits at an elevation of 2,349 feet (716 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Sofia.

The median household income in Chelopech is $17,604, which is 77% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 88 business establishments.

Income: Chelopech vs Bulgaria

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)88

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Chelopech experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 287 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 27.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,349 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below Bulgaria avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,349 ft (716 m)
Area17.1 sq mi (44.4 km²)
Population Density103/sq mi
Coordinates42.7000°N, 24.0833°W
TimezoneEurope/Sofia

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.1"
29% below Bulgaria avg
Snowfall 7.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.43"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

390 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 91 km
Dec 11, 1998 7 km NW of Chirpan, Bulgaria M4.7 109 km
Apr 5, 2002 4 km NE of Asenovgrad, Bulgaria M4.7 100 km
Jul 14, 2012 8 km NNE of Pernik, Bulgaria M4.6 83 km
May 22, 2012 3 km SSW of Pernik, Bulgaria M4.6 89 km
Jun 7, 2023 Bulgaria M4.6 96 km
Nov 23, 1999 5 km SW of Parvomay, Bulgaria M4.5 114 km
May 29, 2012 8 km SSE of Breznik, Bulgaria M4.5 92 km
May 22, 2012 5 km E of Pernik, Bulgaria M4.5 81 km
May 1, 2020 6 km SW of Rakovski, Bulgaria M4.5 84 km
Feb 21, 2018 3 km NNW of Asenovgrad, Bulgaria M4.4 96 km
May 22, 2016 5 km ENE of Strumyani, Bulgaria M4.3 135 km
May 22, 2012 2 km NNE of Batanovtsi, Bulgaria M4.2 92 km
Apr 25, 2022 6 km SW of Kocherinovo, Bulgaria M4.2 115 km
Jan 3, 2017 8 km ENE of Lyaskovets, Bulgaria M4.2 150 km
Aug 24, 1992 13 km SSW of Kalofer, Bulgaria M4.2 71 km
Apr 15, 2008 6 km NE of Gabrovo, Bulgaria M4.2 110 km
Jul 27, 2013 7 km ENE of Simitli, Bulgaria M4.1 114 km
May 10, 2006 15 km NW of Dragoman, Bulgaria M4.1 111 km
Nov 11, 2017 4 km S of Svoge, Bulgaria M4.1 64 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
February 29°F (-1°C) 1.8 in
March 36°F (2°C) 2.0 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in
May 53°F (12°C) 3.4 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in Wettest
July 62°F (17°C) 2.8 in
August 62°F (17°C) 2.3 in Warmest
September 56°F (14°C) 1.8 in
October 47°F (8°C) 1.7 in
November 37°F (3°C) 2.1 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 1.8 in

Chelopech has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 28°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 27.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and January the driest (1.5").

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Museums in Chelopech

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

Libraries in Chelopech

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

Restaurants in Chelopech

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Заведение Клеопатра

Monuments in Chelopech

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Червеноармеецът Михаил Иванович Калинин

Train Stations in Chelopech

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Челопеч

Stadiums & Teams in Chelopech

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Ski Resorts Near Chelopech

2 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Chelopech

22 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
Borovan Airstrip-Small Airport
Brenitsa Airstrip-Small Airport
Dolna Banya Airfield-Small Airport
Grivitsa 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
Sokolare Highway Strip-Small Airport
Stryama Airfield-Small Airport
Tsalapitsa Airfield-Small Airport
Vratsa Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chelopech

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Параклис Свети равнопостоли Константин и Елена

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Sofia
Elevation
734 m (2,408 ft)
Area
44.4 km² (17.1 mi²)
Postal Code
2087

🇧🇬 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 Chelopech

What is the population of Chelopech?

Chelopech has a population of 1,760 residents and is located in Bulgaria. The population density is 103 people per square mile, spread across 17.1 square miles.

Is Chelopech 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 Chelopech?

Chelopech has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.1 inches, with 7.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Chelopech?

There are 88 business establishments in the area.

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