Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in South Korea is 2.60 times more expensive as compared to Iran.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between South Korea and Iran. 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 South Korea and Iran.
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 Indicators  | South Korea  | Iran  |
|---|---|---|
1 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 800,000 KRW (600 USD) | 12,000,000 IRR (276 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 1,500,000 KRW (1,125 USD) | 20,000,000 IRR (460 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 2,500,000 KRW (1,875 USD) | 30,000,000 IRR (690 USD) |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 7,000,000 IRR (161 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 1,000,000 KRW (750 USD) | 12,000,000 IRR (276 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 1,500,000 KRW (1,125 USD) | 18,000,000 IRR (414 USD) |
Mortgage Rates Per Month  | 3 % | 18 % |
Realtor Commission  | 1 % | 1 % |
Property Taxes  | 0.15 to 0.5 % | Yet to Update |
The average housing cost in South Korea is 2.54 times more expensive than Iran.
Indicators | South Korea | Iran |
|---|---|---|
Basic Home Furnishing  | 2,000,000 KRW (1,500 USD) | 40,000,000 IRR (920 USD) |
Electricity Cost Per Month  | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 1,500,000 IRR (34.50 USD) |
Heating Cost Per Month  | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | 1,200,000 IRR (27.60 USD) |
Cooling Cost Per Month  | 40,000 KRW (30 USD) | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) |
Water Supply Cost Per Month  | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Iran, you would have to pay 60.83% more for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in South Korea costs 1.63 times more compared to Iran.
Indicators | South Korea | Iran |
|---|---|---|
Standard Wifi Cost Per Month  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 600,000 IRR (13.80 USD) |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 300,000 IRR (6.90 USD) |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) |
The internet and communication costs 22.28% more in South Korea compared to Iran.
Indicators | South Korea | Iran |
|---|---|---|
Long Grain Rice (1 KG)  | 4,000 KRW (3 USD) | 70,000 IRR (1.61 USD) |
Milk (1 Liter)  | 2,000 KRW (1.50 USD) | 40,000 IRR (0.92 USD) |
Water (1 Liter)  | 1,000 KRW (0.75 USD) | 15,000 IRR (0.34 USD) |
Bread (500 gm)  | 2,500 KRW (1.88 USD) | 20,000 IRR (0.46 USD) |
Eggs (1 Dozen)  | 3,000 KRW (2.25 USD) | 50,000 IRR (1.15 USD) |
Cheese (1 KG)  | 8,000 KRW (6 USD) | 120,000 IRR (2.76 USD) |
Chicken Breast (1 KG)  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 90,000 IRR (2.07 USD) |
In South Korea, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 1.78 times more expensive than the cost in Iran.
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Iran, you would have to pay 145.57% more for Groceries.
Indicators | South Korea | Iran |
|---|---|---|
Apples (1 KG)  | 5,000 KRW (3.75 USD) | 60,000 IRR (1.38 USD) |
Bananas (1 KG)  | 3,000 KRW (2.25 USD) | 50,000 IRR (1.15 USD) |
Oranges (1 KG)  | 4,000 KRW (3 USD) | 70,000 IRR (1.61 USD) |
Tomatoes (1 KG)  | 3,500 KRW (2.63 USD) | 30,000 IRR (0.69 USD) |
Potatoes (1 KG)  | 2,500 KRW (1.88 USD) | 20,000 IRR (0.46 USD) |
Lemons (1 KG)  | 5,000 KRW (3.75 USD) | 80,000 IRR (1.84 USD) |
Onions (1 KG)  | 3,000 KRW (2.25 USD) | 30,000 IRR (0.69 USD) |
Lentils (1 KG)  | 6,000 KRW (4.50 USD) | 60,000 IRR (1.38 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Iran, you would have to pay 2.61 times more for Fruits and Vegetables.
Indicators | South Korea | Iran |
|---|---|---|
Meal at a Resonable Restaurant  | 12,000 KRW (9 USD) | 800,000 IRR (18.40 USD) |
Three-Course Meal for Two  | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 2,500,000 IRR (57.50 USD) |
Fast Food Combo Meal  | 8,000 KRW (6 USD) | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) |
Normal Coffee  | 4,000 KRW (3 USD) | 50,000 IRR (1.15 USD) |
Soft Drink  | 2,500 KRW (1.88 USD) | 30,000 IRR (0.69 USD) |
Pizza for One  | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 800,000 IRR (18.40 USD) |
Take-Out Delivery Meal  | 12,000 KRW (9 USD) | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) |
Cigarette Pack of 20  | 5,000 KRW (3.75 USD) | 150,000 IRR (3.45 USD) |
Dining-Out costs 36.52% less in South Korea compared to Iran.
Indicators | South Korea | Iran |
|---|---|---|
Wine Mid-Range Bottle  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 800,000 IRR (18.40 USD) |
Glass of Wine  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 250,000 IRR (5.75 USD) |
Domestic Beer Half Liter  | 3,000 KRW (2.25 USD) | 200,000 IRR (4.60 USD) |
Imported Beer Half Liter  | 4,000 KRW (3 USD) | 300,000 IRR (6.90 USD) |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter  | 15,000 KRW (11.25 USD) | 400,000 IRR (9.20 USD) |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 600,000 IRR (13.80 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Iran, you would have to pay 1.18 times more for usual hard drinks.
Indicators | South Korea | Iran |
|---|---|---|
Monthly Public Transportation Pass  | 60,000 KRW (45 USD) | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) |
Single Public Transportation Ticket  | 1,200 KRW (0.90 USD) | 200,000 IRR (4.60 USD) |
Single Train Ticket  | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) |
Domestic Airplane Ticket  | 200,000 KRW (150 USD) | 5,000,000 IRR (115 USD) |
Taxi Start Fare  | 3,000 KRW (2.25 USD) | 200,000 IRR (4.60 USD) |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer  | 1,000 KRW (0.75 USD) | 100,000 IRR (2.30 USD) |
Car Rental Per Day  | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | 1,500,000 IRR (34.50 USD) |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour  | 3,000 KRW (2.25 USD) | 100,000 IRR (2.30 USD) |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour  | 1,500 KRW (1.13 USD) | 50,000 IRR (1.15 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Iran, you would have to pay 1.54 times more for transportation.
Indicators | South Korea | Iran |
|---|---|---|
Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost  | 30,000,000 KRW (22,500 USD) | 500,000,000 IRR (11,500 USD) |
Vehicle Registration Cost  | 200,000 KRW (150 USD) | 5,000,000 IRR (115 USD) |
Driving License Fees  | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) |
Car Insurance Cost  | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 3,000,000 IRR (69 USD) |
Car Maintenance Cost  | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) |
Car Loan Interest Rates  | 4 % | 20 % |
Fuel Per Liter  | 1,500 KRW (1.13 USD) | 60,000 IRR (1.38 USD) |
Fuel Per Gallon  | 6,000 KRW (4.50 USD) | 250,000 IRR (5.75 USD) |
Average Toll Fees  | 5,000 KRW 3.75 USD | 300,000 IRR 6.90 USD |
You would have to pay 1.98 times more for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in South Korea compared to that of Iran.
Indicators | South Korea | Iran |
|---|---|---|
Doctor Visit  | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) |
Specialist Visit  | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) |
Dentist Visit  | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 800,000 IRR (18.40 USD) |
Eye Exam  | 60,000 KRW (45 USD) | 600,000 IRR (13.80 USD) |
Mental Health Counseling  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 800,000 IRR (18.40 USD) |
Preventive Health Screening  | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 300,000 IRR (6.90 USD) |
Physical Therapy  | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | 600,000 IRR (13.80 USD) |
Emergency Room Visit  | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 1,500,000 IRR (34.50 USD) |
Hospital Stay Per Night  | 200,000 KRW (150 USD) | 2,000,000 IRR (46 USD) |
Vaccinations  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 200,000 IRR (4.60 USD) |
Prescription Medication  | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 200,000 IRR (4.60 USD) |
Over the Counter Medication  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 100,000 IRR (2.30 USD) |
Health Insurance Premiums  | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 5,000,000 IRR (115 USD) |
Health Insurance Deductibles  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Iran, you would have to pay 2.68 times more for Health and Medical Treatment.
Indicators | South Korea | Iran |
|---|---|---|
Cosmetic Procedures  | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 3,000,000 IRR (69 USD) |
Spa Treatment  | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) |
Manicure Pedicure Cost  | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) |
Optical Glasses Cost  | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 400,000 IRR (9.20 USD) |
Contact Lenses Cost  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) |
Haircuts  | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 200,000 IRR (4.60 USD) |
Hair Coloring  | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 300,000 IRR (6.90 USD) |
Shampoo Price  | 4,000 KRW (3 USD) | 50,000 IRR (1.15 USD) |
Toothpaste Price  | 2,000 KRW (1.50 USD) | 30,000 IRR (0.69 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Iran, you would have to pay 5.76 times more for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
Indicators | South Korea | Iran |
|---|---|---|
Pair of Nike Running Shoes  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 1,500,000 IRR (34.50 USD) |
Men's Shirt  | 40,000 KRW (30 USD) | 600,000 IRR (13.80 USD) |
Women's Dress  | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 1,500,000 IRR (34.50 USD) |
Summer Dress  | 40,000 KRW (30 USD) | 800,000 IRR (18.40 USD) |
Men's Suit  | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 4,000,000 IRR (92 USD) |
Men's Jeans  | 60,000 KRW (45 USD) | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) |
Women's Jeans  | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 800,000 IRR (18.40 USD) |
Men's Formal Shoes  | 120,000 KRW (90 USD) | 1,200,000 IRR (27.60 USD) |
Women's Formal Shoes  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 1,200,000 IRR (27.60 USD) |
Men's Casual Shoes  | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 800,000 IRR (18.40 USD) |
Women's Casual Shoes  | 60,000 KRW (45 USD) | 700,000 IRR (16.10 USD) |
Underwear For Men  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 200,000 IRR (4.60 USD) |
Underwear For Women  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 200,000 IRR (4.60 USD) |
Socks For Men  | 5,000 KRW (3.75 USD) | 100,000 IRR (2.30 USD) |
Socks For Women  | 5,000 KRW (3.75 USD) | 100,000 IRR (2.30 USD) |
Wintercoat for Adults  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 1,500,000 IRR (34.50 USD) |
Sportswear  | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Iran, you would have to pay 2.67 times more for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
Indicators | South Korea | Iran |
|---|---|---|
Children's Jeans  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) |
Children's Normal Sneakers  | 40,000 KRW (30 USD) | 600,000 IRR (13.80 USD) |
Children's Winter Coat  | 60,000 KRW (45 USD) | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) |
Daycare for Infant  | 300,000 KRW (225 USD) | 3,000,000 IRR (69 USD) |
Daycare for Toddler  | 250,000 KRW (187.50 USD) | 2,500,000 IRR (57.50 USD) |
Childcare for Sick Days  | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) |
Early Childhood Education Programs  | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 2,000,000 IRR (46 USD) |
Extra Curricular Activities  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) |
Summer Camp for Kids  | 200,000 KRW (150 USD) | 1,500,000 IRR (34.50 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Iran, you would have to pay 3.96 times more for Childcare and kids clothing.
Indicators | South Korea | Iran |
|---|---|---|
PreSchool Fees  | 200,000 KRW (150 USD) | 2,000,000 IRR (46 USD) |
Primary School Fees  | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 5,000,000 IRR (115 USD) |
Secondary School Fees  | 700,000 KRW (525 USD) | 6,000,000 IRR (138 USD) |
Private School Fees  | 1,000,000 KRW (750 USD) | 10,000,000 IRR (230 USD) |
University Tuition Fees  | 2,000,000 KRW (1,500 USD) | 20,000,000 IRR (460 USD) |
University Private Tuition Fees  | 4,000,000 KRW (3,000 USD) | 30,000,000 IRR (690 USD) |
After School Activities  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) |
Special Education Services  | 300,000 KRW (225 USD) | 1,500,000 IRR (34.50 USD) |
Tutoring  | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) |
Textbooks Cost  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 300,000 IRR (6.90 USD) |
School Supplies  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 200,000 IRR (4.60 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Iran, you would have to pay 3.83 times more for school and education.
Indicators | South Korea | Iran |
|---|---|---|
Movie Ticket (Single)  | 12,000 KRW (9 USD) | 200,000 IRR (4.60 USD) |
Theater Ticket (Single)  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) |
Concert Ticket (Single)  | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | 700,000 IRR (16.10 USD) |
Sports Event Ticket (Single)  | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 600,000 IRR (13.80 USD) |
Gym Membership  | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) |
Swimming Pool Access  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) |
Museum Entry Ticket  | 5,000 KRW (3.75 USD) | 300,000 IRR (6.90 USD) |
Zoo Entry Ticket  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 400,000 IRR (9.20 USD) |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket  | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 800,000 IRR (18.40 USD) |
Bowling  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) |
Mini Golf  | 15,000 KRW (11.25 USD) | 400,000 IRR (9.20 USD) |
Video Games  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) |
Streaming Services  | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 400,000 IRR (9.20 USD) |
Outdoor Equipment Rental  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 300,000 IRR (6.90 USD) |
Theme Park Annual Pass  | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 2,500,000 IRR (57.50 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Iran, you would have to pay 1.84 times more for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
Indicators | South Korea | Iran |
|---|---|---|
Language Classes  | 200,000 KRW (150 USD) | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) |
Parenting Classes  | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 800,000 IRR (18.40 USD) |
Art Classes  | 25,000 KRW (18.75 USD) | 600,000 IRR (13.80 USD) |
Fitness Classes  | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) |
Music Lessons  | 40,000 KRW (30 USD) | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) |
Dance Lessons  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 800,000 IRR (18.40 USD) |
Reading Materials for Classes  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 200,000 IRR (4.60 USD) |
Educational Software  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Iran, you would have to pay 3.47 times more for Private Classes.
Indicators | South Korea | Iran |
|---|---|---|
Average Gross Monthly Salary  | 3,000,000 KRW (2,250 USD) | 12,000,000 IRR (276 USD) |
Average Net Monthly Salary  | 2,400,000 KRW (1,800 USD) | 8,000,000 IRR (184 USD) |
Minimum Wages  | 83,333.33 KRW per hour (62.50 USD) | 200,000 IRR per hour (4.60 USD) |
Average Bonus  | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 2,000,000 IRR (46 USD) |
Income Tax Rate  | 0 to 10 % | 0 to 9 % |
Social Security Contributions  | 5 % | 7 % |
Pension Contributions  | 5 % | 7 % |
Cost of Living Index  | 60 | 40 |
Median Household Income  | 2,500,000 KRW (1,875 USD) | 9,000,000 IRR (207 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, you would earn 8.87 times more salary as compared to Iran.
Indicators | South Korea | Iran |
|---|---|---|
Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate  | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 300,000 IRR (6.90 USD) |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate  | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | 400,000 IRR (9.20 USD) |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate  | 60,000 KRW (45 USD) | 350,000 IRR (8.05 USD) |
Professional Services cost 6.52 times more in South Korea, as compared to Iran.
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