Cost of Living 2026
Bread Price in South Korea (2026)
Bread costs about ₩3597 per 500g ($2.67) in South Korea in 2026, about 67% above the $1.60 USD world average. It is the #11 most expensive of 85 countries tracked by imhere (cheapest: Algeria, priciest: Iceland). Data updated 8 Aug 2026.
How much is a loaf of bread in South Korea?
A loaf of bread costs about ₩3597 per 500g ($2.67 USD) in South Korea in 2026.
Is a loaf of bread expensive in South Korea?
It is the #11 most expensive of the 85 countries tracked by imhere, about 67% above the $1.60 USD world average.
How much is that in US dollars?
A loaf of bread in South Korea is about $2.67 per 500g / $2.67 USD.
Which country has the cheapest bread?
The cheapest in this comparison is Algeria at about $0.18 USD.
Which country has the most expensive bread?
The most expensive is Iceland at about $4.05 USD.
How does the cost of living in South Korea compare?
The world average for a loaf of bread is about $1.60 USD and the median is $1.51 USD - a quick way to judge local living costs before you travel.
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