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Tetovo vs Skopje

North Macedonia vs North Macedonia · 38 km apart

Tetovo

North Macedonia

ден23,520 ($420)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Skopje

North Macedonia

ден31,168 ($557)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Tetovo	Skopje	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$4.50	$5.85	Tetovo
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$18.00	$23.40	Tetovo
Cappuccino	$1.35	$1.76	Tetovo
Monthly groceries (single person)	$102	$133	Tetovo
Monthly public transport pass	$16.50	$21.45	Tetovo
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$43.50	$56.55	Tetovo
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$12.60	$16.38	Tetovo
Fitness club membership	$12.60	$16.38	Tetovo
Cinema ticket	$3.30	$4.29	Tetovo
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$173	$239	Tetovo
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$120	$167	Tetovo
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$360	$500	Tetovo
Total single-person budget	$420	$557	Tetovo
Average net salary	$650	$845

Verdict

Tetovo is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Tetovo runs about $420 versus $557 in Skopje — 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 Tetovo · Full cost of living in Skopje

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tetovo cheaper than Skopje?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $420 per month in Tetovo versus $557 in Skopje — about 33% less.

How far is Tetovo from Skopje?

The straight-line distance between Tetovo and Skopje is approximately 38 km (24 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Tetovo or Skopje?

The estimated average net salary is $650 in Tetovo and $845 in Skopje. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $230 in Tetovo versus $288 in Skopje per month.