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Garmen, Bulgaria

Blagoevgrad · Bulgaria

Garmen is a small town in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria with a population of 1,838. Elevation: 1,985 ft (605 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,838 Population 293/sq mi density
1,985 ft Elevation 605 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
21.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Sofia Timezone
$11,124 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$11,124 median income

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About Garmen

Garmen

Garmen is a village in Blagoevgrad Province in Bulgaria and is the seat of Garmen Municipality. It is located in southwestern Bulgaria in the Western Rhodope Mountains in the Chech region 75 kilometers southeast of Blagoevgrad and 127 kilometers southeast of Sofia.

People

Population1,838
Density293/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$11,124

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain21.7 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation1,985 ft (605 m)
Population1,838
Population Density293 / sq mi
Elevation1,985 ft (605 m)
Coordinates41.6000°, 23.8167°
TimezoneEurope/Sofia
Country🇧🇬 Bulgaria
State / ProvinceBlagoevgrad
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation21.7 inches (551 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.3 inches (13 cm)
Median Household Income$11,124

About Garmen

Garmen is a small town in Bulgaria (Blagoevgrad) with a population of 1,838. The city sits at an elevation of 1,985 feet (605 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Sofia.

The median household income in Garmen is $11,124, which is 85% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 92 business establishments.

Income: Garmen vs Bulgaria

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Income

Median HH Income$11,124
85% below Bulgaria avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)92

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Garmen experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,985 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below Bulgaria avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,985 ft (605 m)
Area6.3 sq mi (16.2 km²)
Population Density293/sq mi
Coordinates41.6000°N, 23.8167°W
TimezoneEurope/Sofia

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.7"
43% below Bulgaria avg
Snowfall 5.3"
Wettest Month (May) 2.32"
Driest Month (Sep) 1.22"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,048 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 12, 2025.

Dec 21, 1990 14 km WNW of Gouménissa, Greece M6.1 143 km
May 22, 2012 Serbia-Bulgaria-Macedonia border region M5.6 136 km
May 4, 1995 9 km NNW of Palaiochóri, Greece M5.3 116 km
May 24, 2009 11 km WNW of Stathmós Mourión, Greece M5.3 98 km
Feb 15, 2025 12 km E of Ouranoupolis, Greece M4.9 142 km
Jan 2, 2018 2 km N of Stathmós Mourión, Greece M4.9 89 km
May 24, 2009 9 km W of Stathmós Mourión, Greece M4.8 98 km
Sep 22, 2024 10 km NNE of Karyes, Greece M4.8 146 km
Apr 5, 2002 4 km NE of Asenovgrad, Bulgaria M4.7 103 km
May 3, 1995 11 km N of Palaiochóri, Greece M4.7 112 km
Dec 11, 1998 7 km NW of Chirpan, Bulgaria M4.7 141 km
Dec 21, 1990 13 km NW of Gouménissa, Greece M4.6 141 km
Oct 29, 2003 2 km NNW of Néa Magnisía, Greece M4.6 129 km
Aug 8, 2010 7 km N of Arnaía, Greece M4.6 118 km
Jan 31, 1990 1 km NNW of Kuklis, North Macedonia M4.6 98 km
May 22, 2012 3 km SSW of Pernik, Bulgaria M4.6 127 km
May 3, 1995 10 km NNE of Palaiochóri, Greece M4.6 114 km
Jun 7, 2023 Bulgaria M4.6 98 km
Feb 13, 1995 1 km SW of Géfyra, Greece M4.6 137 km
Jul 14, 2012 8 km NNE of Pernik, Bulgaria M4.6 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1932 NORTH AEGEAN Earthquake 2.0 m 161 123 km
1902 AEGEAN SEA Earthquake - 5 106 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 35°F (1°C) 1.6 in
March 41°F (5°C) 1.7 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
May 58°F (14°C) 2.3 in Wettest
June 65°F (18°C) 2.3 in
July 69°F (20°C) 1.8 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 1.3 in
September 62°F (16°C) 1.2 in Driest
October 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
November 42°F (6°C) 2.1 in
December 35°F (2°C) 2.1 in

Garmen has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 32°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.3") and September the driest (1.2").

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Schools in Garmen

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Народно основно училище "Йордже Димитровъ" - - - -
Килийно училище - лето 1820 - - - -
ОУ Пейо Яворов - - - -
СОУ Св. св. Кирил и Методий - - - -
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Radio Stations near Garmen

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Ble 93 (GR) - MP3 160 kbps
Ράδιο Δράμα 99.1 (GR) - MP3 192 kbps
Τεριρέμ (GR) orthodox christian MP3 128 kbps
Δίαυλος 93 (GR) greek pop, mainstream MP3 320 kbps
Ρυθμός 96.8 (GR) greek pop MP3 224 kbps
Alpha News Δράμα (GR) greek, news MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Garmen

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Nikopolis ad Nestum
Исторически музей
Музей "Скребатно"

Libraries in Garmen

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Библиотека0.0

Farmers Markets in Garmen

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Общински пазар

Hotels in Garmen

19 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Delta Hotel Complex
Family Hotel Sharkov
Royal Valentina Castel
Therma Vitae
Valentina Castle
Бохема
Бялата къща
Вила рай
Елис
Канина къща
Комплекс "Боже име"
Къщи край водата
Лещенски Перли
Лещенски Рай
Панорама Хаус
При Веско и Сузи
Хотел Елеганс Спа с. Огняново
Хотел Лещен
Чинара

Restaurants in Garmen

11 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Einstein
Mehana
Sharkov's Restaurant
Алексова къща
Бохема
Братята
Вила рай
Водопада
Механа "Синият вир"
Петралийски
При Веско и Сузи

Monuments in Garmen

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

В памет на загиналите

Castles in Garmen

4 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Градище
Крепост Градец
Крепост Градешки камък
Крепост Градище

Zoos in Garmen

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Katnitsa

Clinics in Garmen

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BG #456444120

Gas Stations in Garmen

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

B-trend
Octan
Petrol
Universal
Uno Oil

Stadiums & Teams in Garmen

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Ski Resorts Near Garmen

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Lailias Ski Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bansko Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bansko 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Garmen

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dolna Banya Airfield-Small Airport
Kavala Amygdaleon Lydia Airfield-Small Airport
Pishtigovo Airstrip-Small Airport
Serres Emmanuel Pappas Airfield-Small Airport
Serres-Chortero Airfield-Small Airport
Sitagroi Airstrip-Small Airport
Tsalapitsa Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Garmen

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Поща

Churches & Religious Organizations in Garmen

15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Dormition of the Mother of God
St. Anna
St. George
St. Nedelya
St. Paraskeva
Алтън джамия
Джамия Дебрен
Джамия Огняново
Новата джамия
Св. Георги
Св. Георги
Старата джамия
църква "Света Параскева"
Църква „Света Троица“
Черква "Свети Никола" - лето 1848

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Sofia
Elevation
589 m (1,933 ft)

🇧🇬 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 Garmen

What is the population of Garmen?

Garmen has a population of 1,838 residents and is located in Bulgaria. The population density is 293 people per square mile, spread across 6.3 square miles.

Is Garmen expensive to live in?

The median household income is $11,124, 85% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Garmen?

Garmen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.7 inches, with 5.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Garmen?

There are 92 business establishments in the area.

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