CostLens
HomeKP › Ch’ŏngjin

Cost of Living in Ch’ŏngjin

Ch’ŏngjin, Hambuk, KP · Population 667,929

▲ +0% vs KP average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)$686
Couple, monthly$1,238
Family of four, monthly$1,619

Estimated Prices in Ch’ŏngjin

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$6.68per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$26.71per meal
Cappuccino$2.00each
Monthly groceries (single person)$151per month
Monthly public transport pass$24.49per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$64.55per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$18.70per month
Fitness club membership$18.70per month
Cinema ticket$4.90each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$346per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$241per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$723per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Ch’ŏngjin is $954 per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of $686 with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly $892 per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre ($241) represents about 35% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Ch’ŏngjin

Ch’ŏngjin vs PyongyangCh’ŏngjin vs HamhŭngCh’ŏngjin vs NampoCh’ŏngjin vs Sunch’ŏnCh’ŏngjin vs WŏnsanCh’ŏngjin vs Sinŭiju

Nearby Cities

Namsan

66 km away · Hambuk

Rajin

80 km away · Rasŏn

Sejiyŏn

122 km away · Ryanggang

Hyesan

140 km away · Ryanggang

Tanch’ŏn

164 km away · Hamnam

P’ungsan

173 km away · Ryanggang

Sinpo

229 km away · Hamnam

Kanggye

281 km away · Chagang

Other Major Cities in KP

Pyongyang

P’yŏngyang · pop. 2,863,000

$857 / mo

Hamhŭng

Hamnam · pop. 768,551

$686 / mo

Nampo

Namp’o · pop. 703,317

$686 / mo

Sunch’ŏn

P’yŏngnam · pop. 437,000

$686 / mo

Wŏnsan

Kangwŏn · pop. 363,127

$686 / mo

Sinŭiju

P’yŏngbuk · pop. 359,341

$686 / mo

Tanch’ŏn

Hamnam · pop. 345,875

$686 / mo

Kaech’ŏn

P’yŏngnam · pop. 319,554

$686 / mo

Living in Ch’ŏngjin

Ch’ŏngjin is one of the key cities in KP. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is $686, placing it above the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around $241 per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to $1,619 per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately $1,238 monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Ch’ŏngjin is $954. To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least $892 per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ch’ŏngjin expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $686 per month in Ch’ŏngjin including rent outside the city centre. That is 0% more than the national average for KP.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Ch’ŏngjin?
A net salary of around $892 per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Ch’ŏngjin with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Ch’ŏngjin is $954.
How much is rent in Ch’ŏngjin?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated $346 per month in the city centre and $241 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $723.
Is Ch’ŏngjin cheaper than KP on average?
No — Ch’ŏngjin is estimated to be about 0% more expensive than the KP average, mainly due to housing demand.
What is the cost of groceries in Ch’ŏngjin?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $151 in Ch’ŏngjin. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $7 and a cappuccino runs around $2.
How do transport costs in Ch’ŏngjin compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Ch’ŏngjin is estimated at $24. Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Ch’ŏngjin are estimates based on KP national averages adjusted for city size (population 667,929). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.