KP vs KP · 88 km apart
KP
single / month
Cheaper overallKP
single / month
| Expense | Chŏngju | Pyongyang | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $6.30 | $8.19 | Chŏngju |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $25.20 | $32.76 | Chŏngju |
| Cappuccino | $1.89 | $2.46 | Chŏngju |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $143 | $186 | Chŏngju |
| Monthly public transport pass | $23.10 | $30.03 | Chŏngju |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $60.90 | $79.17 | Chŏngju |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $17.64 | $22.93 | Chŏngju |
| Fitness club membership | $17.64 | $22.93 | Chŏngju |
| Cinema ticket | $4.62 | $6.01 | Chŏngju |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $322 | $447 | Chŏngju |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $224 | $311 | Chŏngju |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $672 | $933 | Chŏngju |
| Total single-person budget | $644 | $857 | Chŏngju |
| Average net salary | $900 | $1,170 |
Chŏngju is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Chŏngju runs about $644 versus $857 in Pyongyang — a difference of roughly 33%.
Salary-adjusted, Pyongyang leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.
Full cost of living in Chŏngju · Full cost of living in Pyongyang