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Ch’ŏnan vs Gwangju

South Korea vs South Korea · 184 km apart

Ch’ŏnan

South Korea

₩1,400,141 ($1,015)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Gwangju

South Korea

₩1,516,127 ($1,099)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Ch’ŏnan	Gwangju	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$9.54	$10.26	Ch’ŏnan
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$38.16	$41.04	Ch’ŏnan
Cappuccino	$2.86	$3.08	Ch’ŏnan
Monthly groceries (single person)	$216	$233	Ch’ŏnan
Monthly public transport pass	$34.98	$37.62	Ch’ŏnan
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$92.22	$99.18	Ch’ŏnan
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$26.71	$28.73	Ch’ŏnan
Fitness club membership	$26.71	$28.73	Ch’ŏnan
Cinema ticket	$7.00	$7.52	Ch’ŏnan
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$544	$596	Ch’ŏnan
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$379	$415	Ch’ŏnan
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$1,136	$1,244	Ch’ŏnan
Total single-person budget	$1,015	$1,099	Ch’ŏnan
Average net salary	$2,756	$2,964

Verdict

Ch’ŏnan is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Ch’ŏnan runs about $1,015 versus $1,099 in Gwangju — a difference of roughly 8%.

Salary-adjusted, Gwangju 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 Ch’ŏnan · Full cost of living in Gwangju

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ch’ŏnan cheaper than Gwangju?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,015 per month in Ch’ŏnan versus $1,099 in Gwangju — about 8% less.

How far is Ch’ŏnan from Gwangju?

The straight-line distance between Ch’ŏnan and Gwangju is approximately 184 km (114 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Ch’ŏnan or Gwangju?

The estimated average net salary is $2,756 in Ch’ŏnan and $2,964 in Gwangju. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,741 in Ch’ŏnan versus $1,865 in Gwangju per month.