North Macedonia vs North Macedonia · 76 km apart
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Kumanovo | Gostivar | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.50 | $4.05 | Gostivar |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $18.00 | $16.20 | Gostivar |
| Cappuccino | $1.35 | $1.22 | Gostivar |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $102 | $91.80 | Gostivar |
| Monthly public transport pass | $16.50 | $14.85 | Gostivar |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $43.50 | $39.15 | Gostivar |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $12.60 | $11.34 | Gostivar |
| Fitness club membership | $12.60 | $11.34 | Gostivar |
| Cinema ticket | $3.30 | $2.97 | Gostivar |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $173 | $151 | Gostivar |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $120 | $105 | Gostivar |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $360 | $316 | Gostivar |
| Total single-person budget | $420 | $375 | Gostivar |
| Average net salary | $650 | $585 |
Gostivar is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Kumanovo runs about $420 versus $375 in Gostivar — a difference of roughly 11%.
Salary-adjusted, Kumanovo 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 Kumanovo · Full cost of living in Gostivar