North Macedonia vs North Macedonia · 118 km apart
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Skopje | Strumica | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $5.85 | $4.05 | Strumica |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $23.40 | $16.20 | Strumica |
| Cappuccino | $1.76 | $1.22 | Strumica |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $133 | $91.80 | Strumica |
| Monthly public transport pass | $21.45 | $14.85 | Strumica |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $56.55 | $39.15 | Strumica |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $16.38 | $11.34 | Strumica |
| Fitness club membership | $16.38 | $11.34 | Strumica |
| Cinema ticket | $4.29 | $2.97 | Strumica |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $239 | $151 | Strumica |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $167 | $105 | Strumica |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $500 | $316 | Strumica |
| Total single-person budget | $557 | $375 | Strumica |
| Average net salary | $845 | $585 |
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