Skopje, North Macedonia

In 2026, a single person living in Skopje needs approximately EUR 794/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 1,578/month. Skopje is considered a affordable city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Skopje costs approximately EUR 374/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 695/month. Rent has changed +2.8% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Skopje are approximately EUR 257 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Skopje costs EUR 27 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Skopje average EUR 86 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Skopje is located in North Macedonia (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 374/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 794/month, it is affordable by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Skopje costs approximately EUR 6 in 2026. Budget around EUR 51/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Skopje from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 21.5% over this period (from EUR 308 in 2022 to EUR 374 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Skopje in 2026, a single person needs approximately EUR 794/month. This covers rent (EUR 374), groceries (EUR 257), transport (EUR 27), utilities (EUR 86) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 1,578/month.