North Macedonia vs North Macedonia · 48 km apart
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Cheaper overallNorth Macedonia
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| Expense | Gostivar | Skopje | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.05 | $5.85 | Gostivar |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $16.20 | $23.40 | Gostivar |
| Cappuccino | $1.22 | $1.76 | Gostivar |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $91.80 | $133 | Gostivar |
| Monthly public transport pass | $14.85 | $21.45 | Gostivar |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $39.15 | $56.55 | Gostivar |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $11.34 | $16.38 | Gostivar |
| Fitness club membership | $11.34 | $16.38 | Gostivar |
| Cinema ticket | $2.97 | $4.29 | Gostivar |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $151 | $239 | Gostivar |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $105 | $167 | Gostivar |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $316 | $500 | Gostivar |
| Total single-person budget | $375 | $557 | Gostivar |
| Average net salary | $585 | $845 |
Gostivar is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Gostivar runs about $375 versus $557 in Skopje — a difference of roughly 48%.
Salary-adjusted, Skopje leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.
Full cost of living in Gostivar · Full cost of living in Skopje