Prices in Seoul

How much will you spend in restaurants and bars? Is eating out expensive in Seoul? Below you will see our breakdowns and comparisons of prices and expenses in Seoul.

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How much will we pay in stores in Seoul? Seoul - what are the costs and is life more expensive than in United States? Seoul - How much do you need to spend on entertainment, and how much will you pay in restaurants and bars?
Below you will read the current price and cost statement in Seoul: food prices, Prices in restaurants, cost of living, and entertainment costs (The last update: today 17 hours ago)

Currency in South Korea South Korean won (KRW ₩). For 10 US dollars you can get 14.2 thousand South Korean won. For 100 US dollars you can get 142 thousand South Korean won. And the other way around: For 100 South Korean won you can get 0.0706 US dollars.


Generally, considering the various costs, there are no significant differences in costs in Seoul compared to United States. Food and basic products are more expensive in 17%. Dining in restaurants and bars will be cheaper by 40%. The cost of living in Seoul is comparable to the cost of living in United States. If we want to spend time actively or to have fun, we will pay less than in United States about 10%.

Are hotels expensive in Seoul? How much will we pay for a room in Seoul?

The average price of accommodation in South Korea is $75 (₩106K). If you are looking for the cheapest accommodation: in a cheap one-star hotel you will pay: $45 (₩63.4K) and if you like hostels, you'll spend the night there for: $36 (₩51.1K). The cost of a room in a 2-star hotel is South Korea in $50 (₩70.3K). 3-star hotels offer accommodation for an average price of $65 (₩91.9K) Overnight stay in a 4-star hotel costs $81 (₩115K) in South Korea If you are looking for the best conditions for your stay, then in 5-star hotels that will provide much more luxury you will have to pay $196 (₩277K)


Is it expensive in stores in Seoul? Will I pay a lot for groceries in Seoul? Below you will read about the current prices of food and food products in Seoul, such as: beef, lettuce, chicken breast, milk, or apples (The last update: 3 days ago)

Can you eat cheaply in restaurants in Seoul? What are the prices in affordable pubs in Seoul? How much will I have to spend a day when I only eat in fast food restaurants in Seoul?

If we are looking for an inexpensive place to eat, we should expect to pay around 7.1 US dollars. With limited time and to avoid spending too much, you can opt for fast food. The cost of a meal set (sandwich, fries, and a soda) is approximately 5.6 US dollars. And when we can afford to go out to the restaurant, we'll pay for a three-course meal around 49 US dollars. And if you want to drink a beer or two, you have to pay extra: 7.1 US dollars (price for 2 bottles) And if you prefer a Coke, Fanta, Sprite or similar carbonated drink, then you have to pay 1.5 US dollars for a small bottle.
Below you will find a full list of prices in Seoul, including beef, lettuce, chicken breast, milk, or apples


And if the trip plans are simply for a given region of the world, then maybe it will come out cheaper than in Seoul in nearby countries? See prices in: North Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau.

Food

Current prices overview: food prices Seoul

Restaurants

Current prices overview: Prices in restaurants Seoul

Cost Of Living

Current prices overview: cost of living Seoul

Entertainment

Current prices overview: entertainment costs Seoul

Seoul - comparison of selected prices with prices in United States:

Price fees $170 ($106 - $212)

fees

$170 ($106 - $212)
17% is less expensive than in United States

Price internet $23 ($14.1 - $35)

internet

$23 ($14.1 - $35)
68% is less expensive than in United States

Price jeans $56 ($35 - $92)

jeans

$56 ($35 - $92)
6.6% more than in United States

Price average earnings $2.83K

average earnings

$2.83K
38% is less expensive than in United States

Price renting a small apartment in the center $814 ($564 - $1.2K)

renting a small apartment in the center

$814 ($564 - $1.2K)
by half less than in United States

Price renting a large apartment outside the center $1.49K ($1.06K - $2.82K)

renting a large apartment outside the center

$1.49K ($1.06K - $2.82K)
38% is less expensive than in United States

Price bread $2.9 ($2.1 - $6.4)

bread

$2.9 ($2.1 - $6.4)
18% is less expensive than in United States

Price cheese $11.2 ($7.1 - $19.8)

cheese

$11.2 ($7.1 - $19.8)
13% is less expensive than in United States

Price rice $3.3 ($2 - $5.6)

rice

$3.3 ($2 - $5.6)
28% is less expensive than in United States

Price tomatoes $5.7 ($2.8 - $9.9)

tomatoes

$5.7 ($2.8 - $9.9)
16% more than in United States

Price bananas $3.4 ($2.1 - $6.8)

bananas

$3.4 ($2.1 - $6.8)
twice as much as in United States

Price wine $17.6 ($10.6 - $32)

wine

$17.6 ($10.6 - $32)
18% more than in United States

Price cheap restaurant $7.1 ($5.3 - $12.7)

cheap restaurant

$7.1 ($5.3 - $12.7)
65% is less expensive than in United States

Price local beer $3.5 ($2.1 - $4.9)

local beer

$3.5 ($2.1 - $4.9)
by half less than in United States

Price coffee $3.7 ($2.5 - $4.6)

coffee

$3.7 ($2.5 - $4.6)
28% is less expensive than in United States

Price bottle of water $0.76 ($0.64 - $1.1)

bottle of water

$0.76 ($0.64 - $1.1)
63% is less expensive than in United States

Price Burger King or a similar bar $5.6 ($4.9 - $7.1)

Burger King or a similar bar

$5.6 ($4.9 - $7.1)
by half less than in United States

Price Cola, Pepsi, Sprite, Mirinda $1.5 ($1.1 - $2.9)

Cola, Pepsi, Sprite, Mirinda

$1.5 ($1.1 - $2.9)
by half less than in United States

Food Prices Seoul

  1. Milk (regular), 1 liter $2.1 (₩2.91K)
  2. A loaf of fresh white bread (500g) $2.9 (₩4.17K)
  3. Eggs (regular) (12) $3.2 (₩4.48K)
  4. Local Cheese (1kg) $11.2 (₩15.9K)
  5. Water (1.5 liter bottle) $1.1 (₩1.53K)
  6. A bottle of wine (mid-range) $17.6 (₩25K)
  7. Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle) $2.4 (₩3.38K)
  8. Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) $2.7 (₩3.88K)
  9. Pack of Cigarettes (Marlboro) $3.2 (₩4.5K)
  10. Chicken breasts (skinless and boneless) - (1kg) $9.9 (₩14K)
  11. Apples (1kg) $6.5 (₩9.15K)
  12. Oranges (1kg) $5.6 (₩7.97K)
  13. Potatoes (1kg) $4 (₩5.71K)
  14. Lettuce (1 head) $2.3 (₩3.32K)
  15. Kilo of white rice $3.3 (₩4.64K)
  16. Tomatoes (1kg) $5.7 (₩8.08K)
  17. Bananas (1kg) $3.4 (₩4.81K)
  18. Onions (1kg) $3 (₩4.3K)
  19. Beef (1kg) (or similar red meat) $38 (₩54.1K)

Prices In Restaurants Seoul

  1. Meal in a cheap restaurant $7.1 (₩10K)
  2. Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course $49 (₩70K)
  3. McMeal at McDonald's (or Equivalent Combo Meal) $5.6 (₩8K)
  4. Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) $3.5 (₩5K)
  5. Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) $4.9 (₩7K)
  6. Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) $1.5 (₩2.06K)
  7. Water (0.33 liter bottle) $0.76 (₩1.07K)
  8. Cappuccino $3.7 (₩5.21K)

Cost Of Living Seoul

  1. One-way Ticket (Local Transport) $1 (₩1.45K)
  2. Monthly Pass (Regular Price) $43 (₩61K)
  3. Gasoline (1 liter) $1.2 (₩1.68K)
  4. Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW (or equivalent new car) $26.6K (₩37.7M)
  5. Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre $814 (₩1.15M)
  6. Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre $495 (₩701K)
  7. Apartment (3 bedrooms) in city centre $2.58K (₩3.66M)
  8. Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre $1.49K (₩2.11M)
  9. Utilities (electricity, heating, water, garbage) for an 85m2 apartment $170 (₩242K)
  10. Internet (60 Mbps or more, unlimited data, cable/ADSL) $23 (₩32.4K)
  11. numb_34 $43 (₩60.8K)
  12. 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) $56 (₩79.3K)
  13. 1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M,...) $42 (₩58.9K)
  14. 1 pair of Nike running shoes or similar $82 (₩117K)
  15. 1 pair of men's leather shoes $118 (₩167K)
  16. Toyota Corolla 1.6l, 97kW Comfort (or equivalent new car) $23.9K (₩33.9M)
  17. Preschool (or Kindergarten), Private, Monthly for 1 Child $365 (₩518K)
  18. Price per square meter for an apartment in the city center $18.2K (₩25.8M)
  19. International Primary School, Annually for 1 Child $19.5K (₩27.7M)
  20. Price per square meter for an apartment outside of city centre $10.4K (₩14.8M)
  21. Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) $2.83K (₩4.01M)
  22. Mortgage annual interest rate in percentages (%) 5.1%
  23. Taxi starting fare (normal tariff) $3.4 (₩4.8K)
  24. Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) $0.71 (₩1K)
  25. Taxi 1 hour waiting (normal tariff) $8.5 (₩12K)

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Seoul Cost Of Living

Entertainment Costs Seoul

  1. Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult $48 (₩68.2K)
  2. Tennis court rental (1 hour during a weekend) $16 (₩22.7K)
  3. Cinema, Single Ticket $10.6 (₩15K)

What are the different prices in the cities in South Korea? Look here: Prices in cities in South Korea

Prices: Busan   Cheongju   Gwangju   Incheon   Seoul   Yeosu   Daegu   Daejeon   Bucheon   Anyang  

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Cost of Living in South Korea: Prices for Travel, Eating Out, Groceries, and More. Discover the cost of living in South Korea with our comprehensive guide. We'll cover prices for travel, eating out, groceries, and more. Plus, get answers to the most common questions about prices and costs of living.

Do you want to learn more about different prices? See the following comparison:

Price cheap restaurant $7.1 ($5.3 - $12.7)

cheap restaurant

$7.1 ($5.3 - $12.7)
65% is less expensive than in United States

Price renting a small apartment in the center $814 ($564 - $1.2K)

renting a small apartment in the center

$814 ($564 - $1.2K)
by half less than in United States

Price local beer $3.5 ($2.1 - $4.9)

local beer

$3.5 ($2.1 - $4.9)
by half less than in United States

Price bananas $3.4 ($2.1 - $6.8)

bananas

$3.4 ($2.1 - $6.8)
twice as much as in United States

Price Cola, Pepsi, Sprite, Mirinda $1.5 ($1.1 - $2.9)

Cola, Pepsi, Sprite, Mirinda

$1.5 ($1.1 - $2.9)
by half less than in United States

Price jeans $56 ($35 - $92)

jeans

$56 ($35 - $92)
6.6% more than in United States