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Cost of Living in North Korea (2024 Statistics)

Published: Monday, 21th October 2024

Recently Updated: Friday, 4th April 2025

In this page, you will find a detailed guide on the cost of living in North Korea, covering various aspects such as housing, utilities, communication, groceries, transportation, health, clothing, childcare, education, entertainment, taxes, finances and professional services.

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Housing Cost

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1 BHK Apartment in City Center
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529,339 KPW
(582.27 USD)
2 BHK Apartment in City Center
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993,638 KPW
(1,093 USD)
3 BHK Apartment in City Center
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1,657,730 KPW
(1,823.50 USD)
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center
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331,467 KPW
(364.61 USD)
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center
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662,934 KPW
(729.23 USD)
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center
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993,638 KPW
(1,093 USD)
Mortgage Rates Per Month
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4.2 %
Realtor Commission
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1.3 %
Property Taxes
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Yet to Update
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Basic Utilities Cost

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Basic Home Furnishing
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1,325,319 KPW
(1,457.85 USD)
Electricity Cost Per Month
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33,114 KPW
(36.43 USD)
Heating Cost Per Month
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46,340 KPW
(50.97 USD)
Cooling Cost Per Month
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26,482 KPW
(29.13 USD)
Water Supply Cost Per Month
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13,237 KPW
(14.56 USD)
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Network and Communication Cost

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Standard Wifi Cost Per Month
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19,878 KPW
(21.87 USD)
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month
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19,878 KPW
(21.87 USD)
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month
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6,618 KPW
(7.28 USD)
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month
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13,237 KPW
(14.56 USD)
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Groceries Cost

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Long Grain Rice (1 KG)
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2,651 KPW
(2.92 USD)
Milk (1 Liter)
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1,324 KPW
(1.46 USD)
Water (1 Liter)
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662 KPW
(0.73 USD)
Bread (500 gm)
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1,656 KPW
(1.82 USD)
Eggs (1 Dozen)
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1,989 KPW
(2.19 USD)
Cheese (1 KG)
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5,304 KPW
(5.83 USD)
Chicken Breast (1 KG)
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6,621 KPW
(7.28 USD)
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Fruits and Vegetables Cost

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Apples (1 KG)
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3,307 KPW
(3.64 USD)
Bananas (1 KG)
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1,989 KPW
(2.19 USD)
Oranges (1 KG)
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2,651 KPW
(2.92 USD)
Tomatoes (1 KG)
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2,322 KPW
(2.55 USD)
Potatoes (1 KG)
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1,656 KPW
(1.82 USD)
Lemons (1 KG)
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3,307 KPW
(3.64 USD)
Onions (1 KG)
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1,989 KPW
(2.19 USD)
Lentils (1 KG)
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3,975 KPW
(4.37 USD)
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Dining Out Cost

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Meal at a Resonable Restaurant
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7,944 KPW
(8.74 USD)
Three-Course Meal for Two
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33,151 KPW
(36.47 USD)
Fast Food Combo Meal
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5,307 KPW
(5.84 USD)
Normal Coffee
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2,651 KPW
(2.92 USD)
Soft Drink
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1,657 KPW
(1.82 USD)
Pizza for One
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13,237 KPW
(14.56 USD)
Take-Out Delivery Meal
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7,944 KPW
(8.74 USD)
Cigarette Pack of 20
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3,307 KPW
(3.64 USD)
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Drinks Cost

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Wine Mid-Range Bottle
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19,878 KPW
(21.87 USD)
Glass of Wine
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6,621 KPW
(7.28 USD)
Domestic Beer Half Liter
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1,989 KPW
(2.19 USD)
Imported Beer Half Liter
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2,651 KPW
(2.92 USD)
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter
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9,926 KPW
(10.92 USD)
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter
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19,878 KPW
(21.87 USD)
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Transportation Cost

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Monthly Public Transportation Pass
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39,869 KPW
(43.86 USD)
Single Public Transportation Ticket
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796 KPW
(0.88 USD)
Single Train Ticket
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46,328 KPW
(50.96 USD)
Domestic Airplane Ticket
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132,532 KPW
(145.79 USD)
Taxi Start Fare
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1,988 KPW
(2.19 USD)
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer
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662 KPW
(0.73 USD)
Car Rental Per Day
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46,328 KPW
(50.96 USD)
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour
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1,988 KPW
(2.19 USD)
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour
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994 KPW
(1.09 USD)
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Vehicle Purchase and Maintainence Cost

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Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost
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19,858,740 KPW
(21,844.61 USD)
Vehicle Registration Cost
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132,532 KPW
(145.79 USD)
Driving License Fees
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33,114 KPW
(36.43 USD)
Car Insurance Cost
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330,531 KPW
(363.58 USD)
Car Maintainence Cost
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99,396 KPW
(109.34 USD)
Car Loan Interest Rates
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4.2 %
Fuel Per Liter
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993 KPW
(1.09 USD)
Fuel Per Gallon
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3,969 KPW
(4.37 USD)
Average Toll Fees
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3,308 KPW
3.64 USD
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Health and Medical Cost

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Doctor Visit
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46,328 KPW
(50.96 USD)
Specialist Visit
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99,396 KPW
(109.34 USD)
Dentist Visit
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52,953 KPW
(58.25 USD)
Eye Exam
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39,869 KPW
(43.86 USD)
Mental Health Counseling
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66,832 KPW
(73.52 USD)
Preventive Health Screening
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52,953 KPW
(58.25 USD)
Physical Therapy
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46,328 KPW
(50.96 USD)
Emergency Room Visit
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99,396 KPW
(109.34 USD)
Hospital Stay Per Night
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132,532 KPW
(145.79 USD)
Vaccinations
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19,878 KPW
(21.87 USD)
Prescription Medication
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13,237 KPW
(14.56 USD)
Over the Counter Medication
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6,618 KPW
(7.28 USD)
Health Insurance Premiums
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99,396 KPW
(109.34 USD)
Health Insurance Deductibles
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19,878 KPW
(21.87 USD)
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Personal Care Cost

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Cosmetic Procedures
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331,391 KPW
(364.53 USD)
Spa Treatment
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99,396 KPW
(109.34 USD)
Manicure Pedicure Cost
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33,114 KPW
(36.43 USD)
Optical Glasses Cost
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99,396 KPW
(109.34 USD)
Contact Lenses Cost
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66,832 KPW
(73.52 USD)
Haircuts
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13,237 KPW
(14.56 USD)
Hair Coloring
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52,953 KPW
(58.25 USD)
Shampoo Price
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2,651 KPW
(2.92 USD)
Toothpaste Price
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1,324 KPW
(1.46 USD)
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Clothing and Footwear Cost (Adults)

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Pair of Nike Running Shoes
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66,832 KPW
(73.52 USD)
Men's Shirt
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26,482 KPW
(29.13 USD)
Women's Dress
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52,953 KPW
(58.25 USD)
Summer Dress
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26,482 KPW
(29.13 USD)
Men's Suit
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331,391 KPW
(364.53 USD)
Men's Jeans
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39,869 KPW
(43.86 USD)
Women's Jeans
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33,114 KPW
(36.43 USD)
Men's Formal Shoes
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79,422 KPW
(87.36 USD)
Women's Formal Shoes
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66,832 KPW
(73.52 USD)
Men's Casual Shoes
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52,953 KPW
(58.25 USD)
Women's Casual Shoes
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39,869 KPW
(43.86 USD)
Underwear For Men
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6,618 KPW
(7.28 USD)
Underwear For Women
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6,618 KPW
(7.28 USD)
Socks For Men
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3,309 KPW
(3.64 USD)
Socks For Women
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3,309 KPW
(3.64 USD)
Wintercoat for Adults
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66,832 KPW
(73.52 USD)
Sportswear
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33,114 KPW
(36.43 USD)
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Childcare Cost

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Children's Jeans
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19,878 KPW
(21.87 USD)
Children's Normal Sneakers
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26,482 KPW
(29.13 USD)
Children's Winter Coat
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39,869 KPW
(43.86 USD)
Daycare for Infant
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198,792 KPW
(218.67 USD)
Daycare for Toddler
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165,659 KPW
(182.22 USD)
Childcare for Sick Days
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33,114 KPW
(36.43 USD)
Early Childhood Education Programs
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331,391 KPW
(364.53 USD)
Extra Curricular Activities
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66,832 KPW
(73.52 USD)
Summer Camp for Kids
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132,532 KPW
(145.79 USD)
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School and Education Cost

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PreSchool Fees
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132,532 KPW
(145.79 USD)
Primary School Fees
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331,391 KPW
(364.53 USD)
Secondary School Fees
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463,147 KPW
(509.46 USD)
Private School Fees
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662,934 KPW
(729.23 USD)
University Tuition Fees
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1,325,319 KPW
(1,457.85 USD)
University Private Tuition Fees
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2,650,637 KPW
(2,915.70 USD)
After School Activities
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66,832 KPW
(73.52 USD)
Special Education Services
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198,792 KPW
(218.67 USD)
Tutoring
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33,114 KPW
(36.43 USD)
Textbooks Cost
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66,832 KPW
(73.52 USD)
School Supplies
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19,878 KPW
(21.87 USD)
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Entertainment and Recreation Cost

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Movie Ticket (Single)
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7,944 KPW
(8.74 USD)
Theater Ticket (Single)
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19,878 KPW
(21.87 USD)
Concert Ticket (Single)
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46,328 KPW
(50.96 USD)
Sports Event Ticket (Single)
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33,114 KPW
(36.43 USD)
Gym Membership
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52,953 KPW
(58.25 USD)
Swimming Pool Access
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19,878 KPW
(21.87 USD)
Museum Entry Ticket
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3,309 KPW
(3.64 USD)
Zoo Entry Ticket
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6,618 KPW
(7.28 USD)
Amusement Park Entry Ticket
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13,237 KPW
(14.56 USD)
Bowling
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6,618 KPW
(7.28 USD)
Mini Golf
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9,869 KPW
(10.86 USD)
Video Games
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19,878 KPW
(21.87 USD)
Streaming Services
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13,237 KPW
(14.56 USD)
Outdoor Equipment Rental
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6,618 KPW
(7.28 USD)
Theme Park Annual Pass
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99,396 KPW
(109.34 USD)
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Private Classes and Lessons Cost

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Language Classes
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132,532 KPW
(145.79 USD)
Parenting Classes
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99,396 KPW
(109.34 USD)
Art Classes
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16,561 KPW
(18.22 USD)
Fitness Classes
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13,237 KPW
(14.56 USD)
Music Lessons
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26,482 KPW
(29.13 USD)
Dance Lessons
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19,878 KPW
(21.87 USD)
Reading Materials for Classes
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6,618 KPW
(7.28 USD)
Educational Software
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66,832 KPW
(73.52 USD)
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Wages and Taxes Cost

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Average Gross Monthly Salary
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1,989,807 KPW
(2,188.79 USD)
Average Net Monthly Salary
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1,593,462 KPW
(1,752.81 USD)
Minimum Wages
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55,192.63 KPW per hour
(60.71 USD)
Average Bonus
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331,391 KPW
(364.53 USD)
Income Tax Rate
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0 %
Social Security Contributions
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Pension Contributions
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5 %
Cost of Living Index
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65
Median Household Income
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1,655,779 KPW
(1,821.36 USD)
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Professional Services Cost

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Accounting Services Per Hour Rate
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52,953 KPW
(58.25 USD)
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate
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46,328 KPW
(50.96 USD)
Technician Services Per Hour Rate
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39,869 KPW
(43.86 USD)
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