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Samokov
City in Sofia, Bulgaria
Overview
Samokov is a charming small city in Sofia province, set at the foot of the Rila Mountains. Known for its rich history, proximity to Borovets ski resort, and beautiful surrounding nature, it's a peaceful base for both outdoor adventures and cultural exploration.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Bulgaria
District
Sofia
Population
23,921
Time Zone
Europe/Sofia
Coordinates
42.34°, 23.55°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
75
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
40
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
80
Monthly Cost
$909
Local Cost
$510
Local Income
$650
Cashless
40
English
45
Temperature
9.9°C
Summer Avg
20.4°C
Winter Avg
-0.9°C
Record High
39.1°C
Record Low
-23.2°C
Humidity
73%
Precipitation
721 mm
Internet Speed
138 Mbps
Upload
83 Mbps
Latency
13 ms
City Vibrancy
17
Coworking
0
Cafes
6
Nightlife
6
Parks
5
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
SOF
Distance
41 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 3 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 65/100.
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