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Cost of Living in Sa-ch’on

Sa-ch’on, Gyeongnam, South Korea

▼ -13% vs South Korea average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)₩1,213,675 ($879)
Couple, monthly₩2,196,653 ($1,592)
Family of four, monthly₩2,881,764 ($2,088)

Estimated Prices in Sa-ch’on

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant₩11,551 ($8.37)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range₩46,202 ($33.48)per meal
Cappuccino₩3,465 ($2.51)each
Monthly groceries (single person)₩261,814 ($190)per month
Monthly public transport pass₩42,352 ($30.69)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment₩111,656 ($80.91)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)₩32,342 ($23.44)per month
Fitness club membership₩32,342 ($23.44)per month
Cinema ticket₩8,470 ($6.14)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre₩637,725 ($462)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre₩443,635 ($321)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre₩1,330,904 ($964)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Sa-ch’on is ₩3,336,840 ($2,418) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ₩1,213,675 ($879) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ₩1,577,777 ($1,143) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (₩443,635 ($321)) represents about 37% of the total single-person budget.

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Ch’ungmu

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Miryang

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Kimhae

48 km away · Gyeongnam

Yangsan

63 km away · Gyeongnam

Busan

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Other Major Cities in South Korea

Seoul

Seoul · pop. 23,016,000

₩1,750,697 ($1,269) / mo

Busan

Busan · pop. 3,453,198

₩1,516,127 ($1,099) / mo

Incheon

Incheon · pop. 3,049,315

₩1,516,127 ($1,099) / mo

Daegu

Daegu · pop. 2,444,412

₩1,516,127 ($1,099) / mo

Gwangju

Gwangju · pop. 1,490,092

₩1,516,127 ($1,099) / mo

Daejeon

Daejeon · pop. 1,475,221

₩1,516,127 ($1,099) / mo

Suwon

Gyeonggi · pop. 1,234,300

₩1,516,127 ($1,099) / mo

Ulsan

Ulsan · pop. 1,127,553

₩1,516,127 ($1,099) / mo

Living in Sa-ch’on

Sa-ch’on is one of the key cities in South Korea. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is ₩1,213,675 ($879), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around ₩443,635 ($321) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to ₩2,881,764 ($2,088) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately ₩2,196,653 ($1,592) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Sa-ch’on is ₩3,336,840 ($2,418). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least ₩1,577,777 ($1,143) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sa-ch’on expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₩1,213,675 ($879) per month in Sa-ch’on including rent outside the city centre. That is 13% less than the national average for South Korea.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Sa-ch’on?
A net salary of around ₩1,577,777 ($1,143) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Sa-ch’on with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Sa-ch’on is ₩3,336,840 ($2,418).
How much is rent in Sa-ch’on?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated ₩637,725 ($462) per month in the city centre and ₩443,635 ($321) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about ₩1,330,904 ($964).
Is Sa-ch’on cheaper than South Korea on average?
Yes — Sa-ch’on is estimated to be about 13% cheaper than the South Korea average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Sa-ch’on?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₩261,814 ($190) in Sa-ch’on. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₩11,551 ($8) and a cappuccino runs around ₩3,465 ($3).
How do transport costs in Sa-ch’on compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Sa-ch’on is estimated at ₩42,352 ($31). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Sa-ch’on are estimates based on South Korea national averages adjusted for city size. Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.