North Macedonia vs North Macedonia · 108 km apart
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Skopje | Bitola | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $5.85 | $4.50 | Bitola |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $23.40 | $18.00 | Bitola |
| Cappuccino | $1.76 | $1.35 | Bitola |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $133 | $102 | Bitola |
| Monthly public transport pass | $21.45 | $16.50 | Bitola |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $56.55 | $43.50 | Bitola |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $16.38 | $12.60 | Bitola |
| Fitness club membership | $16.38 | $12.60 | Bitola |
| Cinema ticket | $4.29 | $3.30 | Bitola |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $239 | $173 | Bitola |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $167 | $120 | Bitola |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $500 | $360 | Bitola |
| Total single-person budget | $557 | $420 | Bitola |
| Average net salary | $845 | $650 |
Bitola is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Skopje runs about $557 versus $420 in Bitola — a difference of roughly 25%.
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 Skopje · Full cost of living in Bitola