Cost of Living 2026
Rice Price in South Korea (2026)
Rice costs about ₩1777 per 500g ($1.32 / Rp23294.92 IDR) in South Korea in 2026, about 38% above the Rp16845.45 IDR world average. It is the #14 most expensive of 85 countries tracked by imhere (cheapest: Egypt, priciest: United States). Data updated 8 Aug 2026.
How much is rice in South Korea?
Rice costs about ₩1777 per 500g (Rp23294.92 IDR) in South Korea in 2026.
Is rice expensive in South Korea?
It is the #14 most expensive of the 85 countries tracked by imhere, about 38% above the Rp16845.45 IDR world average.
How much is that in US dollars?
Rice in South Korea is about $1.32 per 500g / Rp23294.92 IDR.
Which country has the cheapest rice?
The cheapest in this comparison is Egypt at about Rp5298.18 IDR.
Which country has the most expensive rice?
The most expensive is United States at about Rp39383.17 IDR.
How does the cost of living in South Korea compare?
The world average for rice is about Rp16845.45 IDR and the median is Rp15541.34 IDR - a quick way to judge local living costs before you travel.
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