Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in North Korea is 1.03 times less expensive as compared to Japan.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between North Korea and Japan. 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 North Korea and Japan.
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![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() | ![]() Japan ![]() |
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1 BHK Apartment in City Center ![]() | 529,339 KPW (582.27 USD) | 150,000 JPY (1,020 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center ![]() | 993,638 KPW (1,093 USD) | 250,000 JPY (1,700 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center ![]() | 1,657,730 KPW (1,823.50 USD) | 350,000 JPY (2,380 USD) |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center ![]() | 331,467 KPW (364.61 USD) | 80,000 JPY (544 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center ![]() | 662,934 KPW (729.23 USD) | 150,000 JPY (1,020 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center ![]() | 993,638 KPW (1,093 USD) | 220,000 JPY (1,496 USD) |
Mortgage Rates Per Month ![]() | 4.2 % | 1.5 % |
Realtor Commission ![]() | 1.3 % | 3 % |
Property Taxes ![]() | Yet to Update | 1.4 % |
The average housing cost in North Korea is 1.45 times less expensive than Japan.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() | ![]() Japan ![]() |
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Basic Home Furnishing ![]() | 1,325,319 KPW (1,457.85 USD) | 500,000 JPY (3,400 USD) |
Electricity Cost Per Month ![]() | 33,114 KPW (36.43 USD) | 10,000 JPY (68 USD) |
Heating Cost Per Month ![]() | 46,340 KPW (50.97 USD) | 5,000 JPY (34 USD) |
Cooling Cost Per Month ![]() | 26,482 KPW (29.13 USD) | 7,000 JPY (47.60 USD) |
Water Supply Cost Per Month ![]() | 13,237 KPW (14.56 USD) | 2,000 JPY (13.60 USD) |
If you lived in North Korea, instead of Japan, you would have to pay 55.41% less for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in North Korea costs 2.33 times less compared to Japan.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() | ![]() Japan ![]() |
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Standard Wifi Cost Per Month ![]() | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) | 4,000 JPY (27.20 USD) |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month ![]() | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) | 5,000 JPY (34 USD) |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month ![]() | 6,618 KPW (7.28 USD) | 1,500 JPY (10.20 USD) |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month ![]() | 13,237 KPW (14.56 USD) | 3,000 JPY (20.40 USD) |
The internet and communication costs 28.57% less in North Korea compared to Japan.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() | ![]() Japan ![]() |
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Long Grain Rice (1 KG) ![]() | 2,651 KPW (2.92 USD) | 500 JPY (3.40 USD) |
Milk (1 Liter) ![]() | 1,324 KPW (1.46 USD) | 200 JPY (1.36 USD) |
Water (1 Liter) ![]() | 662 KPW (0.73 USD) | 100 JPY (0.68 USD) |
Bread (500 gm) ![]() | 1,656 KPW (1.82 USD) | 300 JPY (2.04 USD) |
Eggs (1 Dozen) ![]() | 1,989 KPW (2.19 USD) | 300 JPY (2.04 USD) |
Cheese (1 KG) ![]() | 5,304 KPW (5.83 USD) | 800 JPY (5.44 USD) |
Chicken Breast (1 KG) ![]() | 6,621 KPW (7.28 USD) | 1,200 JPY (8.16 USD) |
In North Korea, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 1.07 times more expensive than the cost in Japan.
If you lived in North Korea, instead of Japan, you would have to pay 3.86% less for Groceries.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() | ![]() Japan ![]() |
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Apples (1 KG) ![]() | 3,307 KPW (3.64 USD) | 600 JPY (4.08 USD) |
Bananas (1 KG) ![]() | 1,989 KPW (2.19 USD) | 200 JPY (1.36 USD) |
Oranges (1 KG) ![]() | 2,651 KPW (2.92 USD) | 400 JPY (2.72 USD) |
Tomatoes (1 KG) ![]() | 2,322 KPW (2.55 USD) | 300 JPY (2.04 USD) |
Potatoes (1 KG) ![]() | 1,656 KPW (1.82 USD) | 250 JPY (1.70 USD) |
Lemons (1 KG) ![]() | 3,307 KPW (3.64 USD) | 500 JPY (3.40 USD) |
Onions (1 KG) ![]() | 1,989 KPW (2.19 USD) | 300 JPY (2.04 USD) |
Lentils (1 KG) ![]() | 3,975 KPW (4.37 USD) | 600 JPY (4.08 USD) |
If you lived in North Korea, instead of Japan, you would have to pay 1.09 times more for Fruits and Vegetables.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() | ![]() Japan ![]() |
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Meal at a Resonable Restaurant ![]() | 7,944 KPW (8.74 USD) | 1,000 JPY (6.80 USD) |
Three-Course Meal for Two ![]() | 33,151 KPW (36.47 USD) | 5,000 JPY (34 USD) |
Fast Food Combo Meal ![]() | 5,307 KPW (5.84 USD) | 800 JPY (5.44 USD) |
Normal Coffee ![]() | 2,651 KPW (2.92 USD) | 400 JPY (2.72 USD) |
Soft Drink ![]() | 1,657 KPW (1.82 USD) | 200 JPY (1.36 USD) |
Pizza for One ![]() | 13,237 KPW (14.56 USD) | 1,200 JPY (8.16 USD) |
Take-Out Delivery Meal ![]() | 7,944 KPW (8.74 USD) | 1,500 JPY (10.20 USD) |
Cigarette Pack of 20 ![]() | 3,307 KPW (3.64 USD) | 500 JPY (3.40 USD) |
Dining-Out costs 14.76% more in North Korea compared to Japan.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() | ![]() Japan ![]() |
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Wine Mid-Range Bottle ![]() | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) | 3,000 JPY (20.40 USD) |
Glass of Wine ![]() | 6,621 KPW (7.28 USD) | 800 JPY (5.44 USD) |
Domestic Beer Half Liter ![]() | 1,989 KPW (2.19 USD) | 300 JPY (2.04 USD) |
Imported Beer Half Liter ![]() | 2,651 KPW (2.92 USD) | 500 JPY (3.40 USD) |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter ![]() | 9,926 KPW (10.92 USD) | 2,000 JPY (13.60 USD) |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter ![]() | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) | 4,000 JPY (27.20 USD) |
If you lived in North Korea, instead of Japan, you would have to pay 1.08 times less for usual hard drinks.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() | ![]() Japan ![]() |
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Monthly Public Transportation Pass ![]() | 39,869 KPW (43.86 USD) | 10,000 JPY (68 USD) |
Single Public Transportation Ticket ![]() | 796 KPW (0.88 USD) | 200 JPY (1.36 USD) |
Single Train Ticket ![]() | 46,328 KPW (50.96 USD) | 12,000 JPY (81.60 USD) |
Domestic Airplane Ticket ![]() | 132,532 KPW (145.79 USD) | 30,000 JPY (204 USD) |
Taxi Start Fare ![]() | 1,988 KPW (2.19 USD) | 500 JPY (3.40 USD) |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer ![]() | 662 KPW (0.73 USD) | 300 JPY (2.04 USD) |
Car Rental Per Day ![]() | 46,328 KPW (50.96 USD) | 7,000 JPY (47.60 USD) |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour ![]() | 1,988 KPW (2.19 USD) | 500 JPY (3.40 USD) |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour ![]() | 994 KPW (1.09 USD) | 200 JPY (1.36 USD) |
If you lived in North Korea, instead of Japan, you would have to pay 1.38 times less for transportation.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() | ![]() Japan ![]() |
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Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost ![]() | 19,858,740 KPW (21,844.61 USD) | 3,000,000 JPY (20,400 USD) |
Vehicle Registration Cost ![]() | 132,532 KPW (145.79 USD) | 50,000 JPY (340 USD) |
Driving License Fees ![]() | 33,114 KPW (36.43 USD) | 10,000 JPY (68 USD) |
Car Insurance Cost ![]() | 330,531 KPW (363.58 USD) | 100,000 JPY (680 USD) |
Car Maintenance Cost ![]() | 99,396 KPW (109.34 USD) | 15,000 JPY (102 USD) |
Car Loan Interest Rates ![]() | 4.2 % | 1.5 % |
Fuel Per Liter ![]() | 993 KPW (1.09 USD) | 150 JPY (1.02 USD) |
Fuel Per Gallon ![]() | 3,969 KPW (4.37 USD) | 600 JPY (4.08 USD) |
Average Toll Fees ![]() | 3,308 KPW 3.64 USD | 1,000 JPY 6.80 USD |
You would have to pay 1.04 times more for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in North Korea compared to that of Japan.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() | ![]() Japan ![]() |
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Doctor Visit ![]() | 46,328 KPW (50.96 USD) | 2,000 JPY (13.60 USD) |
Specialist Visit ![]() | 99,396 KPW (109.34 USD) | 5,000 JPY (34 USD) |
Dentist Visit ![]() | 52,953 KPW (58.25 USD) | 3,500 JPY (23.80 USD) |
Eye Exam ![]() | 39,869 KPW (43.86 USD) | 2,500 JPY (17 USD) |
Mental Health Counseling ![]() | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) | 4,000 JPY (27.20 USD) |
Preventive Health Screening ![]() | 52,953 KPW (58.25 USD) | 2,000 JPY (13.60 USD) |
Physical Therapy ![]() | 46,328 KPW (50.96 USD) | 2,500 JPY (17 USD) |
Emergency Room Visit ![]() | 99,396 KPW (109.34 USD) | 8,000 JPY (54.40 USD) |
Hospital Stay Per Night ![]() | 132,532 KPW (145.79 USD) | 15,000 JPY (102 USD) |
Vaccinations ![]() | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) | 1,500 JPY (10.20 USD) |
Prescription Medication ![]() | 13,237 KPW (14.56 USD) | 1,500 JPY (10.20 USD) |
Over the Counter Medication ![]() | 6,618 KPW (7.28 USD) | 800 JPY (5.44 USD) |
Health Insurance Premiums ![]() | 99,396 KPW (109.34 USD) | 50,000 JPY (340 USD) |
Health Insurance Deductibles ![]() | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) | 10,000 JPY (68 USD) |
If you lived in North Korea, instead of Japan, you would have to pay 1.19 times more for Health and Medical Treatment.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() | ![]() Japan ![]() |
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Cosmetic Procedures ![]() | 331,391 KPW (364.53 USD) | 20,000 JPY (136 USD) |
Spa Treatment ![]() | 99,396 KPW (109.34 USD) | 8,000 JPY (54.40 USD) |
Manicure Pedicure Cost ![]() | 33,114 KPW (36.43 USD) | 3,000 JPY (20.40 USD) |
Optical Glasses Cost ![]() | 99,396 KPW (109.34 USD) | 5,000 JPY (34 USD) |
Contact Lenses Cost ![]() | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) | 6,000 JPY (40.80 USD) |
Haircuts ![]() | 13,237 KPW (14.56 USD) | 2,000 JPY (13.60 USD) |
Hair Coloring ![]() | 52,953 KPW (58.25 USD) | 5,000 JPY (34 USD) |
Shampoo Price ![]() | 2,651 KPW (2.92 USD) | 400 JPY (2.72 USD) |
Toothpaste Price ![]() | 1,324 KPW (1.46 USD) | 250 JPY (1.70 USD) |
If you lived in North Korea, instead of Japan, you would have to pay 2.28 times more for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() | ![]() Japan ![]() |
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Pair of Nike Running Shoes ![]() | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) | 12,000 JPY (81.60 USD) |
Men's Shirt ![]() | 26,482 KPW (29.13 USD) | 4,000 JPY (27.20 USD) |
Women's Dress ![]() | 52,953 KPW (58.25 USD) | 6,000 JPY (40.80 USD) |
Summer Dress ![]() | 26,482 KPW (29.13 USD) | 4,000 JPY (27.20 USD) |
Men's Suit ![]() | 331,391 KPW (364.53 USD) | 25,000 JPY (170 USD) |
Men's Jeans ![]() | 39,869 KPW (43.86 USD) | 6,000 JPY (40.80 USD) |
Women's Jeans ![]() | 33,114 KPW (36.43 USD) | 5,000 JPY (34 USD) |
Men's Formal Shoes ![]() | 79,422 KPW (87.36 USD) | 10,000 JPY (68 USD) |
Women's Formal Shoes ![]() | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) | 8,000 JPY (54.40 USD) |
Men's Casual Shoes ![]() | 52,953 KPW (58.25 USD) | 8,000 JPY (54.40 USD) |
Women's Casual Shoes ![]() | 39,869 KPW (43.86 USD) | 6,000 JPY (40.80 USD) |
Underwear For Men ![]() | 6,618 KPW (7.28 USD) | 1,000 JPY (6.80 USD) |
Underwear For Women ![]() | 6,618 KPW (7.28 USD) | 1,000 JPY (6.80 USD) |
Socks For Men ![]() | 3,309 KPW (3.64 USD) | 300 JPY (2.04 USD) |
Socks For Women ![]() | 3,309 KPW (3.64 USD) | 300 JPY (2.04 USD) |
Wintercoat for Adults ![]() | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) | 8,000 JPY (54.40 USD) |
Sportswear ![]() | 33,114 KPW (36.43 USD) | 5,000 JPY (34 USD) |
If you lived in North Korea, instead of Japan, you would have to pay 1.38 times more for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() | ![]() Japan ![]() |
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Children's Jeans ![]() | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) | 3,000 JPY (20.40 USD) |
Children's Normal Sneakers ![]() | 26,482 KPW (29.13 USD) | 4,000 JPY (27.20 USD) |
Children's Winter Coat ![]() | 39,869 KPW (43.86 USD) | 5,000 JPY (34 USD) |
Daycare for Infant ![]() | 198,792 KPW (218.67 USD) | 40,000 JPY (272 USD) |
Daycare for Toddler ![]() | 165,659 KPW (182.22 USD) | 35,000 JPY (238 USD) |
Childcare for Sick Days ![]() | 33,114 KPW (36.43 USD) | 2,000 JPY (13.60 USD) |
Early Childhood Education Programs ![]() | 331,391 KPW (364.53 USD) | 20,000 JPY (136 USD) |
Extra Curricular Activities ![]() | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) | 4,000 JPY (27.20 USD) |
Summer Camp for Kids ![]() | 132,532 KPW (145.79 USD) | 15,000 JPY (102 USD) |
If you lived in North Korea, instead of Japan, you would have to pay 1.28 times more for Childcare and kids clothing.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() | ![]() Japan ![]() |
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PreSchool Fees ![]() | 132,532 KPW (145.79 USD) | 30,000 JPY (204 USD) |
Primary School Fees ![]() | 331,391 KPW (364.53 USD) | 60,000 JPY (408 USD) |
Secondary School Fees ![]() | 463,147 KPW (509.46 USD) | 70,000 JPY (476 USD) |
Private School Fees ![]() | 662,934 KPW (729.23 USD) | 120,000 JPY (816 USD) |
University Tuition Fees ![]() | 1,325,319 KPW (1,457.85 USD) | 100,000 JPY (680 USD) |
University Private Tuition Fees ![]() | 2,650,637 KPW (2,915.70 USD) | 250,000 JPY (1,700 USD) |
After School Activities ![]() | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) | 7,000 JPY (47.60 USD) |
Special Education Services ![]() | 198,792 KPW (218.67 USD) | 8,000 JPY (54.40 USD) |
Tutoring ![]() | 33,114 KPW (36.43 USD) | 3,000 JPY (20.40 USD) |
Textbooks Cost ![]() | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) | 6,000 JPY (40.80 USD) |
School Supplies ![]() | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) | 3,000 JPY (20.40 USD) |
If you lived in North Korea, instead of Japan, you would have to pay 1.47 times more for school and education.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() | ![]() Japan ![]() |
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Movie Ticket (Single) ![]() | 7,944 KPW (8.74 USD) | 1,800 JPY (12.24 USD) |
Theater Ticket (Single) ![]() | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) | 2,500 JPY (17 USD) |
Concert Ticket (Single) ![]() | 46,328 KPW (50.96 USD) | 4,000 JPY (27.20 USD) |
Sports Event Ticket (Single) ![]() | 33,114 KPW (36.43 USD) | 3,500 JPY (23.80 USD) |
Gym Membership ![]() | 52,953 KPW (58.25 USD) | 6,000 JPY (40.80 USD) |
Swimming Pool Access ![]() | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) | 2,000 JPY (13.60 USD) |
Museum Entry Ticket ![]() | 3,309 KPW (3.64 USD) | 1,200 JPY (8.16 USD) |
Zoo Entry Ticket ![]() | 6,618 KPW (7.28 USD) | 1,500 JPY (10.20 USD) |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket ![]() | 13,237 KPW (14.56 USD) | 3,000 JPY (20.40 USD) |
Bowling ![]() | 6,618 KPW (7.28 USD) | 1,000 JPY (6.80 USD) |
Mini Golf ![]() | 9,869 KPW (10.86 USD) | 1,200 JPY (8.16 USD) |
Video Games ![]() | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) | 6,000 JPY (40.80 USD) |
Streaming Services ![]() | 13,237 KPW (14.56 USD) | 1,500 JPY (10.20 USD) |
Outdoor Equipment Rental ![]() | 6,618 KPW (7.28 USD) | 1,500 JPY (10.20 USD) |
Theme Park Annual Pass ![]() | 99,396 KPW (109.34 USD) | 15,000 JPY (102 USD) |
If you lived in North Korea, instead of Japan, you would have to pay 1.12 times more for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() | ![]() Japan ![]() |
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Language Classes ![]() | 132,532 KPW (145.79 USD) | 6,000 JPY (40.80 USD) |
Parenting Classes ![]() | 99,396 KPW (109.34 USD) | 3,000 JPY (20.40 USD) |
Art Classes ![]() | 16,561 KPW (18.22 USD) | 2,500 JPY (17 USD) |
Fitness Classes ![]() | 13,237 KPW (14.56 USD) | 2,000 JPY (13.60 USD) |
Music Lessons ![]() | 26,482 KPW (29.13 USD) | 4,000 JPY (27.20 USD) |
Dance Lessons ![]() | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) | 3,000 JPY (20.40 USD) |
Reading Materials for Classes ![]() | 6,618 KPW (7.28 USD) | 1,500 JPY (10.20 USD) |
Educational Software ![]() | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) | 4,000 JPY (27.20 USD) |
If you lived in North Korea, instead of Japan, you would have to pay 2.37 times more for Private Classes.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() | ![]() Japan ![]() |
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Average Gross Monthly Salary ![]() | 1,989,807 KPW (2,188.79 USD) | 400,000 JPY (2,720 USD) |
Average Net Monthly Salary ![]() | 1,593,462 KPW (1,752.81 USD) | 300,000 JPY (2,040 USD) |
Minimum Wages ![]() | 55,192.63 KPW per hour (60.71 USD) | 33.33 JPY per hour (0.23 USD) |
Average Bonus ![]() | 331,391 KPW (364.53 USD) | 40,000 JPY (272 USD) |
Income Tax Rate ![]() | 0 % | 0 to 10 % |
Social Security Contributions ![]() | 5 % | 15 % |
Pension Contributions ![]() | 5 % | 10 % |
Cost of Living Index ![]() | 65 | 70 |
Median Household Income ![]() | 1,655,779 KPW (1,821.36 USD) | 600,000 JPY (4,080 USD) |
If you lived in North Korea, you would earn 1.47 times less salary as compared to Japan.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() | ![]() Japan ![]() |
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Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate ![]() | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) | 10,000 JPY (68 USD) |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate ![]() | 52,953 KPW (58.25 USD) | 8,000 JPY (54.40 USD) |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate ![]() | 46,328 KPW (50.96 USD) | 7,000 JPY (47.60 USD) |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate ![]() | 39,869 KPW (43.86 USD) | 6,000 JPY (40.80 USD) |
Professional Services cost 1.07 times more in North Korea, as compared to Japan.
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