Cost of Living 2026
Rice Price in South Korea (2026)
Rice costs about ₩1777 per 500g ($1.32 / ₺64.15 TRY) in South Korea in 2026, about 38% above the ₺46.39 TRY 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 (₺64.15 TRY) 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 ₺46.39 TRY world average.
How much is that in US dollars?
Rice in South Korea is about $1.32 per 500g / ₺64.15 TRY.
Which country has the cheapest rice?
The cheapest in this comparison is Egypt at about ₺14.59 TRY.
Which country has the most expensive rice?
The most expensive is United States at about ₺108.46 TRY.
How does the cost of living in South Korea compare?
The world average for rice is about ₺46.39 TRY and the median is ₺42.80 TRY - a quick way to judge local living costs before you travel.
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