Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
475K
Population
571 km2
Area
133 Mbps
Internet
251m
Elevation
UTC+01:00
Timezone
SKP (16km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Skopje is a capital city in North Macedonia with a population of 475K. Internet speeds average 133 Mbps download. The city has 5,974 mapped points of interest.
QUICK FACTS
Country
North Macedonia
Region
Southeast Europe
Population
475K
Timezone
UTC+01:00
Elevation
251 m
Currency
MKD
Language
Macedonian
Status
Capital City
Airport
SKP
GPS
42.00, 21.43
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
Solid 133 Mbps internet — reliable for remote work and streaming
Economy
62% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
A mid-sized city of 474,889 people
INFRASTRUCTURE
5,974 total POIs 10.5 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
333
Cafes
183
Bars
97
Fast Food
125
Shopping
Supermarkets
222
Convenience
96
Shopping Malls
32
Healthcare
Hospitals
53
Clinics
47
Pharmacies
130
Education
Schools
169
Universities
29
Libraries
14
Recreation
Parks
1,868
Playgrounds
125
Sports
168
Cinemas
4
Museums
14
Theatres
15
Transport
Bus Stops
537
Train Stations
11
Fuel Stations
82
Services
Banks
120
ATMs
99
Post Offices
34
Police
17
Fire Stations
5
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
133 Mbps
Download
97 Mbps
Upload
8ms
Latency
22,051
Tests
7,584
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: May - Sep
4°
J
6°
F
10°
M
16°
A
21°
M
25°
J
27°
J
25°
A
21°
S
16°
O
10°
N
6°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 15.5 C Range: 4 - 26.9 C Rain: 512 mm/year Sunshine: 3,427 h/year
CITY SCORES
89.2
Nomad Index
C
Livability
37.5
Culture
51.3
Overall
COST OF LIVING
DIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
38.1
Overall
62% cheaper than NYC
9.5
Rent
91% cheaper than NYC
37.2
Groceries
63% cheaper than NYC
32.6
Restaurants
67% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
SKP
Skopje International Airport
16 km from center
~29 min ride
FUN FACTS
Skopje is the capital and largest city of North Macedonia.
It lies in the northern part of the country, in the Skopje Valley along the Vardar River, and is the political, economic, and cultural centre of the country.
The city — known as Scupi at the time — was founded in the late 1st century during the rule of Domitian, and abandoned in 518 after an earthquake destroyed the city.
It became a significant settlement under the First Bulgarian Empire, the Serbian Empire (when it served briefly as a capital), and later under the Ottoman Empire, which ruled the city for over five centuries.
In 1912, following the Balkan Wars, Skopje was annexed by the Kingdom of Serbia.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Skopje known for?
Skopje is a city in North Macedonia. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Skopje?
Skopje has an average download speed of 133 Mbps and upload speed of 97 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Skopje?
Skopje has an average year-round temperature of approximately 15.5 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Skopje?
Skopje is served by SKP (Skopje International Airport), approximately 16 km from the city center.
What is the population of Skopje?
The population of Skopje is approximately 475K.
What infrastructure does Skopje have?
Skopje has 5,974 mapped points of interest, including 333 restaurants, 53 hospitals, 169 schools.
What country is Skopje in?
Skopje is located in North Macedonia.
