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Gimpo vs Busan

South Korea vs South Korea · 344 km apart

Gimpo

South Korea

₩1,400,141 ($1,015)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Busan

South Korea

₩1,516,127 ($1,099)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

Salary-adjusted, Busan 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 Gimpo · Full cost of living in Busan

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gimpo cheaper than Busan?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,015 per month in Gimpo versus $1,099 in Busan — about 8% less.

How far is Gimpo from Busan?

The straight-line distance between Gimpo and Busan is approximately 344 km (214 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Gimpo or Busan?

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