Skopje Statistical Region

Skopje Statistical Region is an administrative area in northern North Macedonia that encompasses the country's capital city and seven surrounding municipalities. The zone forms a compact territory that serves as the core urban and administrative center of the nation.

The zone was established following North Macedonia's independence as a central administrative division and designated as one of eight statistical subdivisions for national data gathering. This classification continues to shape the nation's administrative framework.

The population of 607,007 residents includes multiple ethnic groups, with Macedonians representing 56.1% and Albanians comprising 25.2% of the total inhabitants.

The bulk of the area is concentrated around the capital city, making navigation and travel straightforward for most visitors. You will find the most developed infrastructure and services available across the nation in this zone.

The area is home to roughly one-third of North Macedonia's entire population while taking up less than ten percent of the nation's land area. This extreme concentration shows how heavily the country is centered around its capital.

Location: North Macedonia

GPS coordinates: 42.00000,21.43330

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:44