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Simitli, Bulgaria

Blagoevgrad · Bulgaria

Simitli is a small city in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria with a population of 6,729. Elevation: 919 ft (280 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,729 Population 479/sq mi density
919 ft Elevation 280 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
20.5 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
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$11,124 median income

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About Simitli

Simitli

Simitli also known as Simitliya, is a town in Blagoevgrad Province in southwestern Bulgaria. It has a population of 7,454 and is located 17 km south of Blagoevgrad. It is the seat of Simitli Municipality.

People

Population6,729
Density479/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$11,124

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain20.5 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation919 ft (280 m)
Population6,729
Population Density479 / sq mi
Elevation919 ft (280 m)
Coordinates41.8833°, 23.1167°
TimezoneEurope/Sofia
Country🇧🇬 Bulgaria
State / ProvinceBlagoevgrad
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation20.5 inches (520 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.0 inches (8 cm)
Median Household Income$11,124

About Simitli

Simitli is a small city in Bulgaria (Blagoevgrad) with a population of 6,729. The city sits at an elevation of 919 feet (280 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Sofia.

The median household income in Simitli is $11,124, which is 85% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 336 business establishments.

Income: Simitli vs Bulgaria

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)336

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Simitli experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 299 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 20.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 919 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below Bulgaria avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation919 ft (280 m)
Area14.0 sq mi (36.4 km²)
Population Density479/sq mi
Coordinates41.8833°N, 23.1167°W
TimezoneEurope/Sofia

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.5"
46% below Bulgaria avg
Snowfall 3.0"
Wettest Month (May) 2.20"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.26"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

947 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M3.5 on Sep 9, 2023.

Dec 21, 1990 14 km WNW of Gouménissa, Greece M6.1 119 km
Apr 24, 2002 2 km S of Gjilan, Kosovo M5.7 149 km
May 22, 2012 Serbia-Bulgaria-Macedonia border region M5.6 86 km
May 24, 2009 11 km WNW of Stathmós Mourión, Greece M5.3 73 km
Sep 11, 2016 3 km ESE of ?air, North Macedonia M5.1 135 km
Jan 2, 2018 2 km N of Stathmós Mourión, Greece M4.9 71 km
May 24, 2009 9 km W of Stathmós Mourión, Greece M4.8 75 km
Apr 5, 2002 4 km NE of Asenovgrad, Bulgaria M4.7 149 km
Dec 21, 1990 13 km NW of Gouménissa, Greece M4.6 117 km
Oct 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Rajince, Serbia M4.6 138 km
May 22, 2012 3 km SSW of Pernik, Bulgaria M4.6 77 km
Oct 29, 2003 2 km NNW of Néa Magnisía, Greece M4.6 133 km
Jul 14, 2012 8 km NNE of Pernik, Bulgaria M4.6 88 km
Feb 13, 1995 1 km SW of Géfyra, Greece M4.6 135 km
Jun 7, 2023 Bulgaria M4.6 144 km
Jan 31, 1990 1 km NNW of Kuklis, North Macedonia M4.6 64 km
Dec 16, 1993 12 km N of Kolarovo, Bulgaria M4.5 46 km
May 29, 2012 8 km SSE of Breznik, Bulgaria M4.5 90 km
May 22, 2012 5 km E of Pernik, Bulgaria M4.5 80 km
Jul 6, 1998 11 km E of Sveti Nikole, North Macedonia M4.5 85 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1902 AEGEAN SEA Earthquake - 5 127 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 36°F (2°C) 1.5 in
March 43°F (6°C) 1.5 in
April 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
May 60°F (15°C) 2.2 in Wettest
June 67°F (19°C) 2.2 in
July 71°F (21°C) 1.8 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 1.5 in
September 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.7 in
November 42°F (6°C) 2.0 in
December 35°F (1°C) 1.8 in

Simitli has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 33°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.2") and January the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Simitli

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Основно училище "Св. Св. Кирил и Методий" - - - -
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Museums in Simitli

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Icon Gallery
Private Museum for old cars and memorabilia
Regional historical museum
Музей на водата
Общински музей "Алекси Рилец"

Libraries in Simitli

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Panitza Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Simitli

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Blagoevgrad Market
Зита ЕООД
Комплекс Буратино

Hotels in Simitli

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Nice
Алпийска градина

Restaurants in Simitli

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mladost
Пицария планета

Cafes in Simitli

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

муки
невада

Monuments in Simitli

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Партизански паметник

Train Stations in Simitli

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Железница
Симитли
Черниче

Gas Stations in Simitli

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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Petrol
Киви

Stadiums & Teams in Simitli

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Ski Resorts Near Simitli

4 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 - - -
Vitosha 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Simitli

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Belchinski Bani Airstrip-Small Airport
Dolna Banya Airfield-Small Airport
Ihtiman Airfield-Small Airport
Lesnovo Airfield-Small Airport
Panicharevo Airfield-Small Airport
Serres-Chortero Airfield-Small Airport
Sofia West Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Simitli

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Рождество Пресветия Богородица
Св. Илия
църквата в Полена

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Sofia
Elevation
323 m (1,060 ft)
Area
36.4 km² (14.0 mi²)
Postal Code
2730
Twinned With
Delčevo

🇧🇬 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 Simitli

What is the population of Simitli?

Simitli has a population of 6,729 residents and is located in Bulgaria. The population density is 479 people per square mile, spread across 14.0 square miles.

Is Simitli 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 Simitli?

Simitli has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.5 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Simitli?

There are 336 business establishments in the area.

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