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Peshtera, Bulgaria
Pazardzhik · Bulgaria
Peshtera is a small city in Pazardzhik, Bulgaria with a population of 18,676. Elevation: 1,444 ft (440 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Peshtera
Peshtera is a town in the Rhodope Mountains, southern Bulgaria. It is located in Pazardzhik Province near the towns of Batak and Bratsigovo. The town is the third largest in the province after Pazardzhik and Velingrad and is the forty-fifth largest in Bulgaria. It is the administrative center of the municipality Peshtera. According to the 2021 census, Peshtera has a population of 15,175 inhabitants. At about 5 km to the south, along the road to Batak, is one of the most visited caves in Bulgaria — Snezhanka. Near the town is located the Peshtera Hydroelectric Power Station. The town is well known for producing the alcohol beverage mastika under the brand Peshterska.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 18,676 |
| Population Density | 536 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,444 ft (440 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.0337°, 24.3000° |
| Timezone | Europe/Sofia |
| Country | 🇧🇬 Bulgaria |
| State / Province | Pazardzhik |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.5 inches (572 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.1 inches (13 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,404 |
About Peshtera
Peshtera is a small city in Bulgaria (Pazardzhik) with a population of 18,676. The city sits at an elevation of 1,444 feet (440 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 22.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Sofia.
Income: Peshtera vs Bulgaria
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $28,404 |
| 62% below Bulgaria avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 934 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Peshtera
Peshtera has an average annual temperature of 10.5°C (51°F). The hottest month is Aug (22°C), the coldest is Jan (-0.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 704 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.6°F |
| 6% below Bulgaria avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 295 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,444 ft (440 m) |
| Area | 34.8 sq mi (90.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 536/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.0337°N, 24.3000°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Sofia |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (0°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | Wettest |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 1.5 in | |
| September | 62°F (16°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 35°F (1°C) | 1.9 in |
Peshtera has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 32°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.6") and September the driest (1.4").
Schools in Peshtera
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ПГ по лека промишленост "Васил Левски" | - | - | - | - |
| ПГ по хранителни технологии " Атанас Ченгелов | - | - | - | - |
| СОУ "Свети Климент Охридски" | - | - | - | - |
| ОУ "Петко РачевСлавейков" | - | - | - | - |
| ОУ "Любен Каравелов" | - | - | - | - |
| ОУ "Свети Патриарх Евтимий" | - | - | - | - |
| НУ "Михаил Куманов" | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Peshtera
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| KATRA FM | contemporary, hits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| DJ ZONE House Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Party Mix | folk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| XRaydio 2 – Your Vintage Jukebox | vintage, oldies | AAC 160 kbps | |
| Radio Pianica | - | AAC 224 kbps | |
| XRaydio 3 – Your Rock & Roll Partner In Crime | blues punk, garage rock | AAC 160 kbps | |
| DJ ZONE HOUSE RADIO | deep house, tech house | MP3 128 kbps | |
| XRaydio 1 – Your Kaleidoscope Of Sounds | acid house, americana | AAC 160 kbps |
Museums in Peshtera
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Museum House of Stanislav Dospevski | ||||
| Museum of History | ||||
| Narrow gauge railway museum | ||||
| Perushtitsa Museum of History | ||||
| Pliocene Epoch Park | ||||
| Regional Historical Museum | ||||
| Town Museum of History | ||||
| TT35/XVI/ | ||||
| Баташката църква | ||||
| Взаимно училище | ||||
| Исторически музей | ||||
| Музейна сбирка | ||||
| Ретро музей на социализма | ||||
| Църква-музей Св. Архангел Михаил |
Libraries in Peshtera
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteka | 0.0 | |||||
| Библиотека "Н. Фурнаджиев" | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Peshtera
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vegetable market |
Hotels in Peshtera
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Peshtera
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Peshtera
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Peshtera
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Peshtera
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Peshtera
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Peshtera
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Peshtera
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Peshtera
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Peshtera
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Peshtera
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hills Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Peshtera
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Peshtera
5 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pamporovo | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Chepelare | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ски Копривки | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| писта х. "Здравец" - малка | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| писта х. "Здравец" - голяма | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Peshtera
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Plovdiv International Airport | PDV | Large Airport |
| Graf Ignatievo Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Asenovgrad Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dolna Banya Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ihtiman Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lesnovo Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Maritsa Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Moskovets Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nedelevo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pishtigovo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rakovski Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stryama Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Stryama Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tsalapitsa Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Peshtera
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Еконт | |
| Еконт | |
| Централна поща |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Peshtera
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Sweta Nedelya | |
| Джамия | |
| Джамия | |
| Манастир "Свети Спас" | |
| Параклис "Св. Николай Чудотворец" | |
| Св. Варвара | |
| Св. св. ап. Петър и Павел | |
| Св. Св. Константин и Елена | |
| Св. Св. Флор и Лавър | |
| Свети Димитър Мироточец | |
| Храм "Свети Димитър" | |
| Църква "Света Богородица" | |
| Църква "Света Богородица" |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Bulgaria
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What is the population of Peshtera?
Peshtera has a population of 18,676 residents and is located in Bulgaria. The population density is 536 people per square mile, spread across 34.8 square miles.
Is Peshtera expensive to live in?
The median household income is $28,404, 62% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Peshtera?
Peshtera 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 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.5 inches, with 5.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Peshtera?
There are 934 business establishments in the area.