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Cost of Living in Hamhŭng

Hamhŭng, Hamnam, KP · Population 768,551

▲ +0% vs KP average

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

Estimated Prices in Hamhŭng

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 Hamhŭng 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.

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Nearby Cities

Sinpo

64 km away · Hamnam

Munch’ŏn

75 km away · Kangwŏn

Munha-dong

76 km away · Kangwŏn

Wŏnsan

83 km away · Kangwŏn

Hŭich’ŏn

111 km away · Chagang

P’ungsan

113 km away · Ryanggang

Tanch’ŏn

132 km away · Hamnam

Kanggye

141 km away · Chagang

Other Major Cities in KP

Pyongyang

P’yŏngyang · pop. 2,863,000

$857 / mo

Nampo

Namp’o · pop. 703,317

$686 / mo

Ch’ŏngjin

Hambuk · pop. 667,929

$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 Hamhŭng

Hamhŭng 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 Hamhŭng 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 Hamhŭng expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $686 per month in Hamhŭng 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 Hamhŭng?
A net salary of around $892 per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Hamhŭng with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Hamhŭng is $954.
How much is rent in Hamhŭng?
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 Hamhŭng cheaper than KP on average?
No — Hamhŭng is estimated to be about 0% more expensive than the KP average, mainly due to housing demand.
What is the cost of groceries in Hamhŭng?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $151 in Hamhŭng. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $7 and a cappuccino runs around $2.
How do transport costs in Hamhŭng compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Hamhŭng is estimated at $24. Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Hamhŭng are estimates based on KP national averages adjusted for city size (population 768,551). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.