Varna, Bulgaria
Salary Benchmarks · Varna
Gross and net pay for tech and non-tech roles in Varna, Bulgaria. Monthly figures in EUR (€).
Derived from the city median gross salary until a role-specific benchmark is approved.
The median tech salary in Varna is about €1,840/month gross (estimated from city median gross salary); most roles fall between €1,380 and €2,392. After tax that leaves roughly €1,427/month net (22.4% effective rate) in Bulgaria.
Tech Median Salary
€1,840
gross per month
€1,427 net(22.4% tax)
Non-Tech Median Salary
€1,360
gross per month
€1,056 net(22.4% tax)
Percentile breakdown
| Percentile | Tech Gross | Tech Net | Non-Tech Gross | Non-Tech Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25th percentile | €1,380 | €1,071(22.4%) | €1,020 | €791(22.5%) |
| Median (50th) | €1,840 | €1,427(22.4%) | €1,360 | €1,056(22.4%) |
| 75th percentile | €2,392 | €1,861(22.2%) | €1,768 | €1,372(22.4%) |
Net numbers account for income tax and social contributions. Calculated for a single filer with standard deductions.
What we're assuming for Bulgaria
- -Flat personal income tax: 10%
- -Employee social and health insurance: 13.78%, capped
- -Currency shown in EUR after Bulgaria euro adoption on 1 January 2026
- -2026 resident employee assumptions
- -Single person, no dependents
- -Standard deductions only
- -Does not include employer contributions
Where a median tech salary actually goes in Varna
Neighborhoods where a 1BR costs less than 35% of net income (€1,427/mo net).
Residential District
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€391 - €48631% of net
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Questions people actually ask
What is the average tech salary in Varna?
The median (50th percentile) tech salary in Varna is €1,840 gross per month (estimated from city median gross salary). The 25th percentile is €1,380 and the 75th percentile is €2,392.
How much tax do I pay in Bulgaria?
On a median tech salary of €1,840/month in Varna (estimated from city median gross salary), the effective tax rate is approximately 22.4%, leaving €1,427 net per month. Rates vary based on income level and personal circumstances.
What is the non-tech salary in Varna?
Non-tech median salary in Varna is €1,360 gross per month (estimated from city median gross salary). After tax, that is approximately €1,056 net per month.
Can I afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Varna on a tech salary?
1-bedroom rents in Varna range from €391 to €686. On a median tech net salary of €1,427 (estimated from city median gross salary), 1 neighborhoods are affordable (rent under 35% of net income).
How does Varna compare to other cities in Bulgaria?
Varna has a median tech salary of €1,840 (estimated from city median gross salary). Explore our comparison tool to see how it stacks up against other cities in Bulgaria for rent, expenses, and take-home pay.