Prices and Cost of Living in North Macedonia

Food and beverage prices in North Macedonia

Popular food products found on store shelves in North Macedonia include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 41.32 MKD (0.7 USD) for a kilo of onions to 610 MKD (10.35 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 75.37 MKD (1.28 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 48.37 MKD (0.82 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 72.88 MKD (1.24 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 49.35 MKD (0.84 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 27.45 MKD (0.47 USD). Dairy prices in North Macedonia, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 73.93 MKD (1.25 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 411 MKD (6.97 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 402 MKD (6.82 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 121 MKD (2.05 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 103 MKD (1.74 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in North Macedonia vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 95.89 MKD (1.63 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 84.71 MKD (1.44 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 250 MKD (4.24 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 1500 MKD (25.43 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 400 MKD (6.78 USD).

How much does transportation cost in North Macedonia?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 40 MKD (0.68 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 1500 MKD (25.43 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 50 MKD (0.85 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 35 MKD (0.59 USD).

Fuel prices in North Macedonia

Average fuel prices in North Macedonia are 79.5 MKD (1.35 USD) per liter of gasoline and 72.13 MKD (1.22 USD) per liter of diesel. A liter of LPG autogas costs 46.3 MKD (0.79 USD).

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Macedonia?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in North Macedonia varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 12634 MKD (214 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 17873 MKD (303 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 105260 MKD (1785 USD) per square meter.