Skopje

🇲🇰North Macedonia•Southeastern Europe

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living46

Safety71

Healthcare63

Career Opportunities55

Climate67

Transport72

Air Quality66

Family Friendliness65.33

Education68

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Skopje a good place to live?

Skopje scores 63/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 46/100), very safe (safety: 71/100), and has decent healthcare (healthcare: 63/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Skopje?

Skopje has a cost of living score of 46/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Skopje?

Skopje has a transport score of 72/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Skopje?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Skopje are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Skopje safe for expats?

Skopje has a safety score of 71/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 66/100.

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