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 50.35 MKD (3.49 PLN) for a kilo of onions to 736 MKD (51.08 PLN) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 90.58 MKD (6.29 PLN) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 43.23 MKD (3 PLN) per half kilo. Bananas cost 74.5 MKD (5.17 PLN) per kilo, while apples cost 56.02 MKD (3.89 PLN) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 30.81 MKD (2.14 PLN). Dairy prices in North Macedonia, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 69.4 MKD (4.82 PLN), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 495 MKD (34.37 PLN). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 420 MKD (29.13 PLN) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 117 MKD (8.1 PLN), and the average price of tomatoes is 109 MKD (7.6 PLN) 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 120 MKD (8.32 PLN), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 106 MKD (7.34 PLN). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 350 MKD (24.29 PLN) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 1800 MKD (125 PLN). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 400 MKD (27.76 PLN).

How much does transportation cost in North Macedonia?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 40 MKD (2.78 PLN), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 1550 MKD (108 PLN). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 50 MKD (3.47 PLN), along with a per-kilometer charge of 30 MKD (2.08 PLN).

Fuel prices in North Macedonia

Average fuel prices in North Macedonia are 76.8 MKD (5.33 PLN) per liter of gasoline and 70.75 MKD (4.91 PLN) per liter of diesel. A liter of LPG autogas costs 42.76 MKD (2.97 PLN).

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 16700 MKD (1159 PLN) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 22757 MKD (1580 PLN) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 137793 MKD (9564 PLN) per square meter.