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Kotel, Bulgaria
Sliven · Bulgaria
Kotel is a small city in Sliven, Bulgaria with a population of 6,421. Elevation: 1,621 ft (494 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kotel
Kotel is a town in central Bulgaria, part of Sliven Province. It is the administrative centre of the homonymous Kotel Municipality. In 2016, the town had a population of 5,329.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 6,421 |
| Population Density | 126 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,621 ft (494 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.8833°, 26.4500° |
| Timezone | Europe/Sofia |
| Country | 🇧🇬 Bulgaria |
| State / Province | Sliven |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.2 inches (641 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.5 inches (14 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $17,604 |
About Kotel
Kotel is a small city in Bulgaria (Sliven) with a population of 6,421. The city sits at an elevation of 1,621 feet (494 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Sofia.
Income: Kotel vs Bulgaria
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $17,604 |
| 77% below Bulgaria avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 321 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.5°F |
| 8% below Bulgaria avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,621 ft (494 m) |
| Area | 50.8 sq mi (131.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 126/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.8833°N, 26.4500°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Sofia |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 35°F (1°C) | 2.1 in |
Kotel has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 31°F in January to 67°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 25.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.9") and January the driest (1.6").
Schools in Kotel
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Националното училище за фолклорни изкуства Филип Кутев | - | - | - | - |
| СОУ ''Георги Сава Раковски" | - | - | - | - |
| НУ Софроний Врачански | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kotel
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BNR Radio Shumen | - | AAC+ 36 kbps |
Museums in Kotel
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galata School | ||||
| Georgi Sava Rakovski's Pantheon and the Museum of Famous People of the Bulgarian Revival Age | ||||
| House-Museum Hadji Dimitar | ||||
| House-museum of the Old Sliven Popular Customs Old Sliwen | ||||
| National Museum of Textile Industry | ||||
| National Museum of the Textile Industry | ||||
| Natural History Museum | ||||
| Regional Historical Museum | ||||
| Sava Filaretov Museum | ||||
| Yordan Yovkov Museum | ||||
| Етнографски музей - битова къща | ||||
| Къща музей "Д-р Миркович" | ||||
| Къща-музей "Захари Стоянов" | ||||
| Къща-музей Добри Чинтулов |
Libraries in Kotel
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Библиотека Сава Доброплодни | 0.0 | |||||
| Надежда 1969 | 0.0 | |||||
| Общинска библиотека "Петър Матеев" | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kotel
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Общински пазар | |||||
| плод и зеленчук |
Hotels in Kotel
11 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kotel
9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kotel
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Kotel
5 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Kotel
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kotel
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kotel
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Kotel
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kotel
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Kotel
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ски Писта Даулите | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Kotel
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bezmer Air Base | JAM | Medium Airport |
| Gorna Oryahovitsa Airport | GOZ | Medium Airport |
| Blagoevo Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Byala Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Daskal-Atanasovo Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Doyrantsi Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dve Mogili Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ekzarh Yosif Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gradishte Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lozarevo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lozen Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Omarchevo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pet Mogili Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Popovo Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Selskostopansko Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Selskostopansko Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Selskostopansko Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Shumen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sliven Barshen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tenevo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Zagortsi Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kotel
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Post Office | |
| Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kotel
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Evangelical Pentacostal Church Zheravna | |
| Holy Trinity | |
| St. Nicholas | |
| Българска божия църква | |
| Св. Св. Петър и Павел |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Bulgaria
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kotel
What is the population of Kotel?
Kotel has a population of 6,421 residents and is located in Bulgaria. The population density is 126 people per square mile, spread across 50.8 square miles.
Is Kotel 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 Kotel?
Kotel 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 67°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.2 inches, with 5.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Kotel?
There are 321 business establishments in the area.