Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in India is 1.68 times less expensive as compared to North Korea.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between India and North Korea. We have created 172 cost-of-living indicators. We average the prices of all those indicators and take a mathematically calculated approach to determine which country is more expensive to live in between India and North Korea.
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Indicators | India | North Korea |
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1 BHK Apartment in City Center | 30,000 INR (360 USD) | 529,339 KPW (582.27 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center | 50,000 INR (600 USD) | 993,638 KPW (1,093 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center | 75,000 INR (900 USD) | 1,657,730 KPW (1,823.50 USD) |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center | 15,000 INR (180 USD) | 331,467 KPW (364.61 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center | 25,000 INR (300 USD) | 662,934 KPW (729.23 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center | 40,000 INR (480 USD) | 993,638 KPW (1,093 USD) |
Mortgage Rates Per Month | 8 % | 4.2 % |
Realtor Commission | 1 % | 1.3 % |
Property Taxes | 0.2 to 1.0 % | Yet to Update |
The average housing cost in India is 1.97 times less expensive than North Korea.
Indicators | India | North Korea |
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Basic Home Furnishing | 50,000 INR (600 USD) | 1,325,319 KPW (1,457.85 USD) |
Electricity Cost Per Month | 1,500 INR (18 USD) | 33,114 KPW (36.43 USD) |
Heating Cost Per Month | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 46,340 KPW (50.97 USD) |
Cooling Cost Per Month | 1,500 INR (18 USD) | 26,482 KPW (29.13 USD) |
Water Supply Cost Per Month | 500 INR (6 USD) | 13,237 KPW (14.56 USD) |
If you lived in India, instead of North Korea, you would have to pay 58.84% less for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in India costs 2.43 times less compared to North Korea.
Indicators | India | North Korea |
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Standard Wifi Cost Per Month | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month | 500 INR (6 USD) | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month | 300 INR (3.60 USD) | 6,618 KPW (7.28 USD) |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month | 500 INR (6 USD) | 13,237 KPW (14.56 USD) |
The internet and communication costs 57.91% less in India compared to North Korea.
Indicators | India | North Korea |
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Long Grain Rice (1 KG) | 60 INR (0.72 USD) | 2,651 KPW (2.92 USD) |
Milk (1 Liter) | 50 INR (0.60 USD) | 1,324 KPW (1.46 USD) |
Water (1 Liter) | 20 INR (0.24 USD) | 662 KPW (0.73 USD) |
Bread (500 gm) | 30 INR (0.36 USD) | 1,656 KPW (1.82 USD) |
Eggs (1 Dozen) | 80 INR (0.96 USD) | 1,989 KPW (2.19 USD) |
Cheese (1 KG) | 300 INR (3.60 USD) | 5,304 KPW (5.83 USD) |
Chicken Breast (1 KG) | 250 INR (3 USD) | 6,621 KPW (7.28 USD) |
In India, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 2.60 times less expensive than the cost in North Korea.
If you lived in India, instead of North Korea, you would have to pay 57.35% less for Groceries.
Indicators | India | North Korea |
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Apples (1 KG) | 150 INR (1.80 USD) | 3,307 KPW (3.64 USD) |
Bananas (1 KG) | 60 INR (0.72 USD) | 1,989 KPW (2.19 USD) |
Oranges (1 KG) | 80 INR (0.96 USD) | 2,651 KPW (2.92 USD) |
Tomatoes (1 KG) | 50 INR (0.60 USD) | 2,322 KPW (2.55 USD) |
Potatoes (1 KG) | 30 INR (0.36 USD) | 1,656 KPW (1.82 USD) |
Lemons (1 KG) | 100 INR (1.20 USD) | 3,307 KPW (3.64 USD) |
Onions (1 KG) | 40 INR (0.48 USD) | 1,989 KPW (2.19 USD) |
Lentils (1 KG) | 80 INR (0.96 USD) | 3,975 KPW (4.37 USD) |
If you lived in India, instead of North Korea, you would have to pay 3.29 times less for Fruits and Vegetables.
Indicators | India | North Korea |
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Meal at a Resonable Restaurant | 500 INR (6 USD) | 7,944 KPW (8.74 USD) |
Three-Course Meal for Two | 1,500 INR (18 USD) | 33,151 KPW (36.47 USD) |
Fast Food Combo Meal | 200 INR (2.40 USD) | 5,307 KPW (5.84 USD) |
Normal Coffee | 100 INR (1.20 USD) | 2,651 KPW (2.92 USD) |
Soft Drink | 50 INR (0.60 USD) | 1,657 KPW (1.82 USD) |
Pizza for One | 500 INR (6 USD) | 13,237 KPW (14.56 USD) |
Take-Out Delivery Meal | 300 INR (3.60 USD) | 7,944 KPW (8.74 USD) |
Cigarette Pack of 20 | 200 INR (2.40 USD) | 3,307 KPW (3.64 USD) |
Dining-Out costs 51.40% less in India compared to North Korea.
Indicators | India | North Korea |
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Wine Mid-Range Bottle | 1,500 INR (18 USD) | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) |
Glass of Wine | 400 INR (4.80 USD) | 6,621 KPW (7.28 USD) |
Domestic Beer Half Liter | 100 INR (1.20 USD) | 1,989 KPW (2.19 USD) |
Imported Beer Half Liter | 150 INR (1.80 USD) | 2,651 KPW (2.92 USD) |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter | 500 INR (6 USD) | 9,926 KPW (10.92 USD) |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) |
If you lived in India, instead of North Korea, you would have to pay 1.53 times less for usual hard drinks.
Indicators | India | North Korea |
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Monthly Public Transportation Pass | 2,000 INR (24 USD) | 39,869 KPW (43.86 USD) |
Single Public Transportation Ticket | 50 INR (0.60 USD) | 796 KPW (0.88 USD) |
Single Train Ticket | 1,500 INR (18 USD) | 46,328 KPW (50.96 USD) |
Domestic Airplane Ticket | 5,000 INR (60 USD) | 132,532 KPW (145.79 USD) |
Taxi Start Fare | 50 INR (0.60 USD) | 1,988 KPW (2.19 USD) |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer | 20 INR (0.24 USD) | 662 KPW (0.73 USD) |
Car Rental Per Day | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 46,328 KPW (50.96 USD) |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour | 50 INR (0.60 USD) | 1,988 KPW (2.19 USD) |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour | 30 INR (0.36 USD) | 994 KPW (1.09 USD) |
If you lived in India, instead of North Korea, you would have to pay 2.57 times less for transportation.
Indicators | India | North Korea |
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Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost | 1,500,000 INR (18,000 USD) | 19,858,740 KPW (21,844.61 USD) |
Vehicle Registration Cost | 5,000 INR (60 USD) | 132,532 KPW (145.79 USD) |
Driving License Fees | 500 INR (6 USD) | 33,114 KPW (36.43 USD) |
Car Insurance Cost | 20,000 INR (240 USD) | 330,531 KPW (363.58 USD) |
Car Maintenance Cost | 5,000 INR (60 USD) | 99,396 KPW (109.34 USD) |
Car Loan Interest Rates | 10 % | 4.2 % |
Fuel Per Liter | 100 INR (1.20 USD) | 993 KPW (1.09 USD) |
Fuel Per Gallon | 400 INR (4.80 USD) | 3,969 KPW (4.37 USD) |
Average Toll Fees | 100 INR 1.20 USD | 3,308 KPW 3.64 USD |
You would have to pay 1.23 times less for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in India compared to that of North Korea.
Indicators | India | North Korea |
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Doctor Visit | 500 INR (6 USD) | 46,328 KPW (50.96 USD) |
Specialist Visit | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 99,396 KPW (109.34 USD) |
Dentist Visit | 800 INR (9.60 USD) | 52,953 KPW (58.25 USD) |
Eye Exam | 300 INR (3.60 USD) | 39,869 KPW (43.86 USD) |
Mental Health Counseling | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) |
Preventive Health Screening | 500 INR (6 USD) | 52,953 KPW (58.25 USD) |
Physical Therapy | 500 INR (6 USD) | 46,328 KPW (50.96 USD) |
Emergency Room Visit | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 99,396 KPW (109.34 USD) |
Hospital Stay Per Night | 2,000 INR (24 USD) | 132,532 KPW (145.79 USD) |
Vaccinations | 300 INR (3.60 USD) | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) |
Prescription Medication | 200 INR (2.40 USD) | 13,237 KPW (14.56 USD) |
Over the Counter Medication | 100 INR (1.20 USD) | 6,618 KPW (7.28 USD) |
Health Insurance Premiums | 2,000 INR (24 USD) | 99,396 KPW (109.34 USD) |
Health Insurance Deductibles | 500 INR (6 USD) | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) |
If you lived in India, instead of North Korea, you would have to pay 6.82 times less for Health and Medical Treatment.
Indicators | India | North Korea |
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Cosmetic Procedures | 5,000 INR (60 USD) | 331,391 KPW (364.53 USD) |
Spa Treatment | 2,000 INR (24 USD) | 99,396 KPW (109.34 USD) |
Manicure Pedicure Cost | 500 INR (6 USD) | 33,114 KPW (36.43 USD) |
Optical Glasses Cost | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 99,396 KPW (109.34 USD) |
Contact Lenses Cost | 500 INR (6 USD) | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) |
Haircuts | 300 INR (3.60 USD) | 13,237 KPW (14.56 USD) |
Hair Coloring | 800 INR (9.60 USD) | 52,953 KPW (58.25 USD) |
Shampoo Price | 100 INR (1.20 USD) | 2,651 KPW (2.92 USD) |
Toothpaste Price | 50 INR (0.60 USD) | 1,324 KPW (1.46 USD) |
If you lived in India, instead of North Korea, you would have to pay 6.26 times less for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
Indicators | India | North Korea |
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Pair of Nike Running Shoes | 3,000 INR (36 USD) | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) |
Men's Shirt | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 26,482 KPW (29.13 USD) |
Women's Dress | 2,000 INR (24 USD) | 52,953 KPW (58.25 USD) |
Summer Dress | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 26,482 KPW (29.13 USD) |
Men's Suit | 8,000 INR (96 USD) | 331,391 KPW (364.53 USD) |
Men's Jeans | 1,500 INR (18 USD) | 39,869 KPW (43.86 USD) |
Women's Jeans | 1,200 INR (14.40 USD) | 33,114 KPW (36.43 USD) |
Men's Formal Shoes | 1,500 INR (18 USD) | 79,422 KPW (87.36 USD) |
Women's Formal Shoes | 1,200 INR (14.40 USD) | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) |
Men's Casual Shoes | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 52,953 KPW (58.25 USD) |
Women's Casual Shoes | 800 INR (9.60 USD) | 39,869 KPW (43.86 USD) |
Underwear For Men | 200 INR (2.40 USD) | 6,618 KPW (7.28 USD) |
Underwear For Women | 250 INR (3 USD) | 6,618 KPW (7.28 USD) |
Socks For Men | 50 INR (0.60 USD) | 3,309 KPW (3.64 USD) |
Socks For Women | 70 INR (0.84 USD) | 3,309 KPW (3.64 USD) |
Wintercoat for Adults | 1,500 INR (18 USD) | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) |
Sportswear | 1,200 INR (14.40 USD) | 33,114 KPW (36.43 USD) |
If you lived in India, instead of North Korea, you would have to pay 3.37 times less for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
Indicators | India | North Korea |
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Children's Jeans | 500 INR (6 USD) | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) |
Children's Normal Sneakers | 800 INR (9.60 USD) | 26,482 KPW (29.13 USD) |
Children's Winter Coat | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 39,869 KPW (43.86 USD) |
Daycare for Infant | 10,000 INR (120 USD) | 198,792 KPW (218.67 USD) |
Daycare for Toddler | 8,000 INR (96 USD) | 165,659 KPW (182.22 USD) |
Childcare for Sick Days | 500 INR (6 USD) | 33,114 KPW (36.43 USD) |
Early Childhood Education Programs | 3,000 INR (36 USD) | 331,391 KPW (364.53 USD) |
Extra Curricular Activities | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) |
Summer Camp for Kids | 4,000 INR (48 USD) | 132,532 KPW (145.79 USD) |
If you lived in India, instead of North Korea, you would have to pay 3.23 times less for Childcare and kids clothing.
Indicators | India | North Korea |
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PreSchool Fees | 15,000 INR (180 USD) | 132,532 KPW (145.79 USD) |
Primary School Fees | 20,000 INR (240 USD) | 331,391 KPW (364.53 USD) |
Secondary School Fees | 30,000 INR (360 USD) | 463,147 KPW (509.46 USD) |
Private School Fees | 40,000 INR (480 USD) | 662,934 KPW (729.23 USD) |
University Tuition Fees | 100,000 INR (1,200 USD) | 1,325,319 KPW (1,457.85 USD) |
University Private Tuition Fees | 150,000 INR (1,800 USD) | 2,650,637 KPW (2,915.70 USD) |
After School Activities | 2,000 INR (24 USD) | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) |
Special Education Services | 3,500 INR (42 USD) | 198,792 KPW (218.67 USD) |
Tutoring | 2,000 INR (24 USD) | 33,114 KPW (36.43 USD) |
Textbooks Cost | 1,500 INR (18 USD) | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) |
School Supplies | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) |
If you lived in India, instead of North Korea, you would have to pay 1.49 times less for school and education.
Indicators | India | North Korea |
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Movie Ticket (Single) | 200 INR (2.40 USD) | 7,944 KPW (8.74 USD) |
Theater Ticket (Single) | 500 INR (6 USD) | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) |
Concert Ticket (Single) | 800 INR (9.60 USD) | 46,328 KPW (50.96 USD) |
Sports Event Ticket (Single) | 600 INR (7.20 USD) | 33,114 KPW (36.43 USD) |
Gym Membership | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 52,953 KPW (58.25 USD) |
Swimming Pool Access | 800 INR (9.60 USD) | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) |
Museum Entry Ticket | 200 INR (2.40 USD) | 3,309 KPW (3.64 USD) |
Zoo Entry Ticket | 300 INR (3.60 USD) | 6,618 KPW (7.28 USD) |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket | 500 INR (6 USD) | 13,237 KPW (14.56 USD) |
Bowling | 200 INR (2.40 USD) | 6,618 KPW (7.28 USD) |
Mini Golf | 300 INR (3.60 USD) | 9,869 KPW (10.86 USD) |
Video Games | 2,000 INR (24 USD) | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) |
Streaming Services | 500 INR (6 USD) | 13,237 KPW (14.56 USD) |
Outdoor Equipment Rental | 500 INR (6 USD) | 6,618 KPW (7.28 USD) |
Theme Park Annual Pass | 15,000 INR (180 USD) | 99,396 KPW (109.34 USD) |
If you lived in India, instead of North Korea, you would have to pay 1.41 times less for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
Indicators | India | North Korea |
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Language Classes | 2,500 INR (30 USD) | 132,532 KPW (145.79 USD) |
Parenting Classes | 2,000 INR (24 USD) | 99,396 KPW (109.34 USD) |
Art Classes | 600 INR (7.20 USD) | 16,561 KPW (18.22 USD) |
Fitness Classes | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 13,237 KPW (14.56 USD) |
Music Lessons | 800 INR (9.60 USD) | 26,482 KPW (29.13 USD) |
Dance Lessons | 800 INR (9.60 USD) | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) |
Reading Materials for Classes | 500 INR (6 USD) | 6,618 KPW (7.28 USD) |
Educational Software | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) |
If you lived in India, instead of North Korea, you would have to pay 3.80 times less for Private Classes.
Indicators | India | North Korea |
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Average Gross Monthly Salary | 50,000 INR (600 USD) | 1,989,807 KPW (2,188.79 USD) |
Average Net Monthly Salary | 35,000 INR (420 USD) | 1,593,462 KPW (1,752.81 USD) |
Minimum Wages | 500 INR per hour (6 USD) | 55,192.63 KPW per hour (60.71 USD) |
Average Bonus | 10,000 INR (120 USD) | 331,391 KPW (364.53 USD) |
Income Tax Rate | 0 to 28 % | 0 % |
Social Security Contributions | 12 % | 5 % |
Pension Contributions | 10 % | 5 % |
Cost of Living Index | 50 | 65 |
Median Household Income | 40,000 INR (480 USD) | 1,655,779 KPW (1,821.36 USD) |
If you lived in India, you would earn 3.81 times less salary as compared to North Korea.
Indicators | India | North Korea |
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Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate | 2,000 INR (24 USD) | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate | 1,500 INR (18 USD) | 52,953 KPW (58.25 USD) |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 46,328 KPW (50.96 USD) |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate | 800 INR (9.60 USD) | 39,869 KPW (43.86 USD) |
Professional Services cost 3.56 times less in India, as compared to North Korea.
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