Kaesŏng, Kaesŏng, KP · Population 308,440
▲ +0% vs KP average
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $6.68 | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $26.71 | per meal |
| Cappuccino | $2.00 | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $151 | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | $24.49 | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $64.55 | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $18.70 | per month |
| Fitness club membership | $18.70 | per month |
| Cinema ticket | $4.90 | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $346 | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $241 | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $723 | per month |
The estimated average net salary in Kaesŏng 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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$686 / moKaesŏng 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 Kaesŏng 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.