Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
475K
Population
95 km2
Area
133 Mbps
Internet
Europe/Skopje
Timezone
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
Europe/Skopje
Currency
MKD
Language
Macedonian
Status
Capital City
GPS
42.00, 21.43
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
Solid 133 Mbps internet — reliable for remote work and streaming
A mid-sized city of 474,889 people
INFRASTRUCTURE
5,974 total POIs
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: Jun - Aug
-2°
J
-0°
F
4°
M
10°
A
15°
M
20°
J
21°
J
20°
A
15°
S
10°
O
4°
N
-0°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
EXTERNAL LINKS
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 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.
