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South Korea

Asia·KRW·Korean

Nomad Score

7.5

Excellent

Blazing-fast internet, excellent public transport, and amazing food. Seoul is a tech hub with vibrant culture. Very affordable dining out.

Key Indices

61.6

Cost of Living

16.1

Rent Index

77.5

Groceries

35.8

Restaurants

111.5

Purchasing Power

Safety

Healthcare

165

Quality of Life

Cost Breakdown

Housing

1BR Apartment (City Center)$550/mo

3BR Apartment (City Center)$1200/mo

Food & Drink

Inexpensive Restaurant$7

Mid-Range (2 People)$25

Cappuccino$4.5

Utilities & Services

Monthly Transport Pass$45/mo

Internet (60 Mbps+)$22/mo

Gym Membership$40/mo

Income

Average Monthly Salary$2,600

Population51,780,579

Monthly Budget

$1,057

Estimated monthly cost for a single person

Rent (1BR)$550

Food (30 cheap + 4 mid-range)$310

Coffee (20x/month)$90

Transport$45

Internet$22

Gym$40

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