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Skopje vs Strumica

North Macedonia vs North Macedonia · 118 km apart

Skopje

North Macedonia

ден31,168 ($557)

single / month

VS

Strumica

North Macedonia

ден21,011 ($375)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseSkopjeStrumicaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$5.85$4.05Strumica
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$23.40$16.20Strumica
Cappuccino$1.76$1.22Strumica
Monthly groceries (single person)$133$91.80Strumica
Monthly public transport pass$21.45$14.85Strumica
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$56.55$39.15Strumica
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$16.38$11.34Strumica
Fitness club membership$16.38$11.34Strumica
Cinema ticket$4.29$2.97Strumica
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$239$151Strumica
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$167$105Strumica
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$500$316Strumica
Total single-person budget$557$375Strumica
Average net salary$845$585

Verdict

Strumica is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Skopje runs about $557 versus $375 in Strumica — a difference of roughly 33%.

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 Strumica

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Skopje cheaper than Strumica?
No. Skopje costs an estimated $557 per month for a single person, about 33% more than Strumica at $375.
How far is Skopje from Strumica?
The straight-line distance between Skopje and Strumica is approximately 118 km (73 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Skopje or Strumica?
The estimated average net salary is $845 in Skopje and $585 in Strumica. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $288 in Skopje versus $210 in Strumica per month.