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| Expense | Ilinden | Skopje | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.19 | $5.85 | Ilinden |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $16.74 | $23.40 | Ilinden |
| Cappuccino | $1.26 | $1.76 | Ilinden |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $94.86 | $133 | Ilinden |
| Monthly public transport pass | $15.35 | $21.45 | Ilinden |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $40.46 | $56.55 | Ilinden |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $11.72 | $16.38 | Ilinden |
| Fitness club membership | $11.72 | $16.38 | Ilinden |
| Cinema ticket | $3.07 | $4.29 | Ilinden |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $158 | $239 | Ilinden |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $110 | $167 | Ilinden |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $329 | $500 | Ilinden |
| Total single-person budget | $389 | $557 | Ilinden |
| Average net salary | $605 | $845 |
Ilinden is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Ilinden runs about $389 versus $557 in Skopje — a difference of roughly 43%.
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 Ilinden · Full cost of living in Skopje