Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in South Korea is 1.25 times more expensive as compared to Iraq.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between South Korea and Iraq. 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 Iraq.
We always try to give you the latest data, but sometimes mistakes might occur. If you think some content on our site is not updated, please let us know by emailing us at: info.comparedoo@gmail.com
Indicators | South Korea | Iraq |
---|---|---|
1 BHK Apartment in City Center | 800,000 KRW (600 USD) | 700,000 IQD (532 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center | 1,500,000 KRW (1,125 USD) | 1,200,000 IQD (912 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center | 2,500,000 KRW (1,875 USD) | 1,800,000 IQD (1,368 USD) |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 400,000 IQD (304 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center | 1,000,000 KRW (750 USD) | 700,000 IQD (532 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center | 1,500,000 KRW (1,125 USD) | 1,200,000 IQD (912 USD) |
Mortgage Rates Per Month | 3 % | 12 % |
Realtor Commission | 1 % | 1.5 % |
Property Taxes | 0.15 to 0.5 % | Yet to Update |
The average housing cost in South Korea is 1.29 times more expensive than Iraq.
Indicators | South Korea | Iraq |
---|---|---|
Basic Home Furnishing | 2,000,000 KRW (1,500 USD) | 2,000,000 IQD (1,520 USD) |
Electricity Cost Per Month | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 150,000 IQD (114 USD) |
Heating Cost Per Month | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | 200,000 IQD (152 USD) |
Cooling Cost Per Month | 40,000 KRW (30 USD) | 100,000 IQD (76 USD) |
Water Supply Cost Per Month | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 50,000 IQD (38 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Iraq, you would have to pay 13.95% less for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in South Korea costs 1.01 times less compared to Iraq.
Indicators | South Korea | Iraq |
---|---|---|
Standard Wifi Cost Per Month | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 75,000 IQD (57 USD) |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 50,000 IQD (38 USD) |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 30,000 IQD (22.80 USD) |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 80,000 IQD (60.80 USD) |
The internet and communication costs 62.21% less in South Korea compared to Iraq.
Indicators | South Korea | Iraq |
---|---|---|
Long Grain Rice (1 KG) | 4,000 KRW (3 USD) | 1,500 IQD (1.14 USD) |
Milk (1 Liter) | 2,000 KRW (1.50 USD) | 1,000 IQD (0.76 USD) |
Water (1 Liter) | 1,000 KRW (0.75 USD) | 500 IQD (0.38 USD) |
Bread (500 gm) | 2,500 KRW (1.88 USD) | 500 IQD (0.38 USD) |
Eggs (1 Dozen) | 3,000 KRW (2.25 USD) | 1,200 IQD (0.91 USD) |
Cheese (1 KG) | 8,000 KRW (6 USD) | 3,000 IQD (2.28 USD) |
Chicken Breast (1 KG) | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 2,000 IQD (1.52 USD) |
In South Korea, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 1.97 times more expensive than the cost in Iraq.
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Iraq, you would have to pay 210.30% more for Groceries.
Indicators | South Korea | Iraq |
---|---|---|
Apples (1 KG) | 5,000 KRW (3.75 USD) | 1,200 IQD (0.91 USD) |
Bananas (1 KG) | 3,000 KRW (2.25 USD) | 1,000 IQD (0.76 USD) |
Oranges (1 KG) | 4,000 KRW (3 USD) | 1,500 IQD (1.14 USD) |
Tomatoes (1 KG) | 3,500 KRW (2.63 USD) | 1,000 IQD (0.76 USD) |
Potatoes (1 KG) | 2,500 KRW (1.88 USD) | 700 IQD (0.53 USD) |
Lemons (1 KG) | 5,000 KRW (3.75 USD) | 1,500 IQD (1.14 USD) |
Onions (1 KG) | 3,000 KRW (2.25 USD) | 1,000 IQD (0.76 USD) |
Lentils (1 KG) | 6,000 KRW (4.50 USD) | 1,200 IQD (0.91 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Iraq, you would have to pay 3.47 times more for Fruits and Vegetables.
Indicators | South Korea | Iraq |
---|---|---|
Meal at a Resonable Restaurant | 12,000 KRW (9 USD) | 1,500 IQD (1.14 USD) |
Three-Course Meal for Two | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 5,000 IQD (3.80 USD) |
Fast Food Combo Meal | 8,000 KRW (6 USD) | 1,000 IQD (0.76 USD) |
Normal Coffee | 4,000 KRW (3 USD) | 500 IQD (0.38 USD) |
Soft Drink | 2,500 KRW (1.88 USD) | 300 IQD (0.23 USD) |
Pizza for One | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 3,000 IQD (2.28 USD) |
Take-Out Delivery Meal | 12,000 KRW (9 USD) | 1,500 IQD (1.14 USD) |
Cigarette Pack of 20 | 5,000 KRW (3.75 USD) | 2,000 IQD (1.52 USD) |
Dining-Out costs 656.80% more in South Korea compared to Iraq.
Indicators | South Korea | Iraq |
---|---|---|
Wine Mid-Range Bottle | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 5,000 IQD (3.80 USD) |
Glass of Wine | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 1,500 IQD (1.14 USD) |
Domestic Beer Half Liter | 3,000 KRW (2.25 USD) | 1,000 IQD (0.76 USD) |
Imported Beer Half Liter | 4,000 KRW (3 USD) | 1,500 IQD (1.14 USD) |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter | 15,000 KRW (11.25 USD) | 2,500 IQD (1.90 USD) |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 4,000 IQD (3.04 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Iraq, you would have to pay 5.86 times more for usual hard drinks.
Indicators | South Korea | Iraq |
---|---|---|
Monthly Public Transportation Pass | 60,000 KRW (45 USD) | 50,000 IQD (38 USD) |
Single Public Transportation Ticket | 1,200 KRW (0.90 USD) | 500 IQD (0.38 USD) |
Single Train Ticket | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | 800,000 IQD (608 USD) |
Domestic Airplane Ticket | 200,000 KRW (150 USD) | 500,000 IQD (380 USD) |
Taxi Start Fare | 3,000 KRW (2.25 USD) | 1,000 IQD (0.76 USD) |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer | 1,000 KRW (0.75 USD) | 500 IQD (0.38 USD) |
Car Rental Per Day | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | 50,000 IQD (38 USD) |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour | 3,000 KRW (2.25 USD) | 500 IQD (0.38 USD) |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour | 1,500 KRW (1.13 USD) | 300 IQD (0.23 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Iraq, you would have to pay 3.47 times less for transportation.
Indicators | South Korea | Iraq |
---|---|---|
Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost | 30,000,000 KRW (22,500 USD) | 15,000,000 IQD (11,400 USD) |
Vehicle Registration Cost | 200,000 KRW (150 USD) | 2,000,000 IQD (1,520 USD) |
Driving License Fees | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 200,000 IQD (152 USD) |
Car Insurance Cost | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 1,500,000 IQD (1,140 USD) |
Car Maintenance Cost | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 200,000 IQD (152 USD) |
Car Loan Interest Rates | 4 % | 15 % |
Fuel Per Liter | 1,500 KRW (1.13 USD) | 1,200 IQD (0.91 USD) |
Fuel Per Gallon | 6,000 KRW (4.50 USD) | 5,000 IQD (3.80 USD) |
Average Toll Fees | 5,000 KRW 3.75 USD | Yet to Update |
You would have to pay 1.61 times more for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in South Korea compared to that of Iraq.
Indicators | South Korea | Iraq |
---|---|---|
Doctor Visit | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | 50,000 IQD (38 USD) |
Specialist Visit | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 100,000 IQD (76 USD) |
Dentist Visit | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 80,000 IQD (60.80 USD) |
Eye Exam | 60,000 KRW (45 USD) | 60,000 IQD (45.60 USD) |
Mental Health Counseling | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 80,000 IQD (60.80 USD) |
Preventive Health Screening | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 30,000 IQD (22.80 USD) |
Physical Therapy | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | 60,000 IQD (45.60 USD) |
Emergency Room Visit | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 150,000 IQD (114 USD) |
Hospital Stay Per Night | 200,000 KRW (150 USD) | 200,000 IQD (152 USD) |
Vaccinations | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 20,000 IQD (15.20 USD) |
Prescription Medication | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 10,000 IQD (7.60 USD) |
Over the Counter Medication | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 5,000 IQD (3.80 USD) |
Health Insurance Premiums | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 1,500,000 IQD (1,140 USD) |
Health Insurance Deductibles | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 200,000 IQD (152 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Iraq, you would have to pay 2.15 times less for Health and Medical Treatment.
Indicators | South Korea | Iraq |
---|---|---|
Cosmetic Procedures | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 300,000 IQD (228 USD) |
Spa Treatment | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 75,000 IQD (57 USD) |
Manicure Pedicure Cost | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 25,000 IQD (19 USD) |
Optical Glasses Cost | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 40,000 IQD (30.40 USD) |
Contact Lenses Cost | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 60,000 IQD (45.60 USD) |
Haircuts | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 10,000 IQD (7.60 USD) |
Hair Coloring | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 30,000 IQD (22.80 USD) |
Shampoo Price | 4,000 KRW (3 USD) | 2,000 IQD (1.52 USD) |
Toothpaste Price | 2,000 KRW (1.50 USD) | 1,000 IQD (0.76 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Iraq, you would have to pay 1.92 times more for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
Indicators | South Korea | Iraq |
---|---|---|
Pair of Nike Running Shoes | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 100,000 IQD (76 USD) |
Men's Shirt | 40,000 KRW (30 USD) | 50,000 IQD (38 USD) |
Women's Dress | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 80,000 IQD (60.80 USD) |
Summer Dress | 40,000 KRW (30 USD) | 40,000 IQD (30.40 USD) |
Men's Suit | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 500,000 IQD (380 USD) |
Men's Jeans | 60,000 KRW (45 USD) | 75,000 IQD (57 USD) |
Women's Jeans | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 60,000 IQD (45.60 USD) |
Men's Formal Shoes | 120,000 KRW (90 USD) | 80,000 IQD (60.80 USD) |
Women's Formal Shoes | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 70,000 IQD (53.20 USD) |
Men's Casual Shoes | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 60,000 IQD (45.60 USD) |
Women's Casual Shoes | 60,000 KRW (45 USD) | 50,000 IQD (38 USD) |
Underwear For Men | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 10,000 IQD (7.60 USD) |
Underwear For Women | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 10,000 IQD (7.60 USD) |
Socks For Men | 5,000 KRW (3.75 USD) | 5,000 IQD (3.80 USD) |
Socks For Women | 5,000 KRW (3.75 USD) | 5,000 IQD (3.80 USD) |
Wintercoat for Adults | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 100,000 IQD (76 USD) |
Sportswear | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 70,000 IQD (53.20 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Iraq, you would have to pay 1.02 times more for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
Indicators | South Korea | Iraq |
---|---|---|
Children's Jeans | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 30,000 IQD (22.80 USD) |
Children's Normal Sneakers | 40,000 KRW (30 USD) | 40,000 IQD (30.40 USD) |
Children's Winter Coat | 60,000 KRW (45 USD) | 60,000 IQD (45.60 USD) |
Daycare for Infant | 300,000 KRW (225 USD) | 200,000 IQD (152 USD) |
Daycare for Toddler | 250,000 KRW (187.50 USD) | 150,000 IQD (114 USD) |
Childcare for Sick Days | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 100,000 IQD (76 USD) |
Early Childhood Education Programs | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 150,000 IQD (114 USD) |
Extra Curricular Activities | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 30,000 IQD (22.80 USD) |
Summer Camp for Kids | 200,000 KRW (150 USD) | 100,000 IQD (76 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Iraq, you would have to pay 1.76 times more for Childcare and kids clothing.
Indicators | South Korea | Iraq |
---|---|---|
PreSchool Fees | 200,000 KRW (150 USD) | 100,000 IQD (76 USD) |
Primary School Fees | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 500,000 IQD (380 USD) |
Secondary School Fees | 700,000 KRW (525 USD) | 600,000 IQD (456 USD) |
Private School Fees | 1,000,000 KRW (750 USD) | 1,000,000 IQD (760 USD) |
University Tuition Fees | 2,000,000 KRW (1,500 USD) | 5,000,000 IQD (3,800 USD) |
University Private Tuition Fees | 4,000,000 KRW (3,000 USD) | 7,000,000 IQD (5,320 USD) |
After School Activities | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 50,000 IQD (38 USD) |
Special Education Services | 300,000 KRW (225 USD) | 100,000 IQD (76 USD) |
Tutoring | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 20,000 IQD (15.20 USD) |
Textbooks Cost | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 50,000 IQD (38 USD) |
School Supplies | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 30,000 IQD (22.80 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Iraq, you would have to pay 1.63 times less for school and education.
Indicators | South Korea | Iraq |
---|---|---|
Movie Ticket (Single) | 12,000 KRW (9 USD) | 10,000 IQD (7.60 USD) |
Theater Ticket (Single) | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 25,000 IQD (19 USD) |
Concert Ticket (Single) | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | 30,000 IQD (22.80 USD) |
Sports Event Ticket (Single) | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 20,000 IQD (15.20 USD) |
Gym Membership | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 50,000 IQD (38 USD) |
Swimming Pool Access | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 20,000 IQD (15.20 USD) |
Museum Entry Ticket | 5,000 KRW (3.75 USD) | 10,000 IQD (7.60 USD) |
Zoo Entry Ticket | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 15,000 IQD (11.40 USD) |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 30,000 IQD (22.80 USD) |
Bowling | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 10,000 IQD (7.60 USD) |
Mini Golf | 15,000 KRW (11.25 USD) | 15,000 IQD (11.40 USD) |
Video Games | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 30,000 IQD (22.80 USD) |
Streaming Services | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 20,000 IQD (15.20 USD) |
Outdoor Equipment Rental | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 10,000 IQD (7.60 USD) |
Theme Park Annual Pass | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 150,000 IQD (114 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Iraq, you would have to pay 1.20 times more for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
Indicators | South Korea | Iraq |
---|---|---|
Language Classes | 200,000 KRW (150 USD) | 50,000 IQD (38 USD) |
Parenting Classes | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 30,000 IQD (22.80 USD) |
Art Classes | 25,000 KRW (18.75 USD) | 30,000 IQD (22.80 USD) |
Fitness Classes | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 20,000 IQD (15.20 USD) |
Music Lessons | 40,000 KRW (30 USD) | 50,000 IQD (38 USD) |
Dance Lessons | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 40,000 IQD (30.40 USD) |
Reading Materials for Classes | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 10,000 IQD (7.60 USD) |
Educational Software | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 20,000 IQD (15.20 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Iraq, you would have to pay 2.27 times more for Private Classes.
Indicators | South Korea | Iraq |
---|---|---|
Average Gross Monthly Salary | 3,000,000 KRW (2,250 USD) | 1,200,000 IQD (912 USD) |
Average Net Monthly Salary | 2,400,000 KRW (1,800 USD) | 900,000 IQD (684 USD) |
Minimum Wages | 83,333.33 KRW per hour (62.50 USD) | 20,000 IQD per hour (15.20 USD) |
Average Bonus | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 300,000 IQD (228 USD) |
Income Tax Rate | 0 to 10 % | 0 to 15 % |
Social Security Contributions | 5 % | 5 % |
Pension Contributions | 5 % | 5 % |
Cost of Living Index | 60 | 45 |
Median Household Income | 2,500,000 KRW (1,875 USD) | 850,000 IQD (646 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, you would earn 2.56 times more salary as compared to Iraq.
Indicators | South Korea | Iraq |
---|---|---|
Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 100,000 IQD (76 USD) |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 75,000 IQD (57 USD) |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | 80,000 IQD (60.80 USD) |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate | 60,000 KRW (45 USD) | 70,000 IQD (53.20 USD) |
Professional Services cost 1.06 times less in South Korea, as compared to Iraq.
We hope you enjoyed the detailed guide on the cost of living comparsion between South Korea and Iraq.
For more side-by-side comparsion between Countries, States and Cities, you can use the search box above or click the links below.
The Comparedoo.com family sincerely appreciates your time with us. We look forward to seeing you on our other pages.