Cost of Living 2026
Apartment Rent Price in South Korea (2026)
Apartment Rent costs about ₩672956 per 1BR city center ($504.27) in South Korea in 2026, about 28% below the $702.56 USD world average. It is the #50 most expensive of 85 countries tracked by imhere (cheapest: Pakistan, priciest: Singapore). Data updated 8 Aug 2026.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in South Korea?
A 1-bedroom apartment costs about ₩672956 per 1BR city center ($504.27 USD) in South Korea in 2026.
Is a 1-bedroom apartment expensive in South Korea?
It is the #50 most expensive of the 85 countries tracked by imhere, about 28% below the $702.56 USD world average.
How much is that in US dollars?
A 1-bedroom apartment in South Korea is about $504.27 per 1BR city center / $504.27 USD.
Which country has the cheapest apartment rent?
The cheapest in this comparison is Pakistan at about $112.80 USD.
Which country has the most expensive apartment rent?
The most expensive is Singapore at about $2572.67 USD.
How does the cost of living in South Korea compare?
The world average for a 1-bedroom apartment is about $702.56 USD and the median is $579.38 USD - a quick way to judge local living costs before you travel.
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