South Korea vs South Korea · 29 km apart
South Korea
single / month
Cheaper overallSouth Korea
single / month
| Expense | Gwangju | Seoul | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $9.54 | $11.70 | Gwangju |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $38.16 | $46.80 | Gwangju |
| Cappuccino | $2.86 | $3.51 | Gwangju |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $216 | $265 | Gwangju |
| Monthly public transport pass | $34.98 | $42.90 | Gwangju |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $92.22 | $113 | Gwangju |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $26.71 | $32.76 | Gwangju |
| Fitness club membership | $26.71 | $32.76 | Gwangju |
| Cinema ticket | $7.00 | $8.58 | Gwangju |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $544 | $702 | Gwangju |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $379 | $489 | Gwangju |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $1,136 | $1,466 | Gwangju |
| Total single-person budget | $1,015 | $1,269 | Gwangju |
| Average net salary | $2,756 | $3,380 |
Gwangju is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Gwangju runs about $1,015 versus $1,269 in Seoul — a difference of roughly 25%.
Salary-adjusted, Seoul 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 Gwangju · Full cost of living in Seoul