Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in South Korea is 3.66 times more expensive as compared to Nigeria.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between South Korea and Nigeria. 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 Nigeria.
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 Indicators  | South Korea  | Nigeria  |
|---|---|---|
1 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 800,000 KRW (600 USD) | 500,000 NGN (650 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 1,500,000 KRW (1,125 USD) | 800,000 NGN (1,040 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 2,500,000 KRW (1,875 USD) | 1,200,000 NGN (1,560 USD) |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 300,000 NGN (390 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 1,000,000 KRW (750 USD) | 500,000 NGN (650 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 1,500,000 KRW (1,125 USD) | 800,000 NGN (1,040 USD) |
Mortgage Rates Per Month  | 3 % | 1.8 % |
Realtor Commission  | 1 % | 5 % |
Property Taxes  | 0.15 to 0.5 % | 0.5 to 1.5 % |
The average housing cost in South Korea is 1.10 times more expensive than Nigeria.
Indicators | South Korea | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Basic Home Furnishing  | 2,000,000 KRW (1,500 USD) | 2,000,000 NGN (2,600 USD) |
Electricity Cost Per Month  | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 20,000 NGN (26 USD) |
Heating Cost Per Month  | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | 15,000 NGN (19.50 USD) |
Cooling Cost Per Month  | 40,000 KRW (30 USD) | 25,000 NGN (32.50 USD) |
Water Supply Cost Per Month  | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 15,000 NGN (19.50 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Nigeria, you would have to pay 39.39% less for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in South Korea costs 1.73 times less compared to Nigeria.
Indicators | South Korea | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Standard Wifi Cost Per Month  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 20,000 NGN (26 USD) |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 7,000 NGN (9.10 USD) |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 5,000 NGN (6.50 USD) |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 15,000 NGN (19.50 USD) |
The internet and communication costs 10.47% more in South Korea compared to Nigeria.
Indicators | South Korea | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Long Grain Rice (1 KG)  | 4,000 KRW (3 USD) | 800 NGN (1.04 USD) |
Milk (1 Liter)  | 2,000 KRW (1.50 USD) | 400 NGN (0.52 USD) |
Water (1 Liter)  | 1,000 KRW (0.75 USD) | 200 NGN (0.26 USD) |
Bread (500 gm)  | 2,500 KRW (1.88 USD) | 300 NGN (0.39 USD) |
Eggs (1 Dozen)  | 3,000 KRW (2.25 USD) | 700 NGN (0.91 USD) |
Cheese (1 KG)  | 8,000 KRW (6 USD) | 1,500 NGN (1.95 USD) |
Chicken Breast (1 KG)  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 1,500 NGN (1.95 USD) |
In South Korea, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 2.88 times more expensive than the cost in Nigeria.
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Nigeria, you would have to pay 225.85% more for Groceries.
Indicators | South Korea | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Apples (1 KG)  | 5,000 KRW (3.75 USD) | 1,000 NGN (1.30 USD) |
Bananas (1 KG)  | 3,000 KRW (2.25 USD) | 600 NGN (0.78 USD) |
Oranges (1 KG)  | 4,000 KRW (3 USD) | 800 NGN (1.04 USD) |
Tomatoes (1 KG)  | 3,500 KRW (2.63 USD) | 600 NGN (0.78 USD) |
Potatoes (1 KG)  | 2,500 KRW (1.88 USD) | 500 NGN (0.65 USD) |
Lemons (1 KG)  | 5,000 KRW (3.75 USD) | 800 NGN (1.04 USD) |
Onions (1 KG)  | 3,000 KRW (2.25 USD) | 600 NGN (0.78 USD) |
Lentils (1 KG)  | 6,000 KRW (4.50 USD) | 1,000 NGN (1.30 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Nigeria, you would have to pay 3.13 times more for Fruits and Vegetables.
Indicators | South Korea | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Meal at a Resonable Restaurant  | 12,000 KRW (9 USD) | 2,000 NGN (2.60 USD) |
Three-Course Meal for Two  | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 7,000 NGN (9.10 USD) |
Fast Food Combo Meal  | 8,000 KRW (6 USD) | 1,000 NGN (1.30 USD) |
Normal Coffee  | 4,000 KRW (3 USD) | 300 NGN (0.39 USD) |
Soft Drink  | 2,500 KRW (1.88 USD) | 200 NGN (0.26 USD) |
Pizza for One  | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 3,000 NGN (3.90 USD) |
Take-Out Delivery Meal  | 12,000 KRW (9 USD) | 2,000 NGN (2.60 USD) |
Cigarette Pack of 20  | 5,000 KRW (3.75 USD) | 1,500 NGN (1.95 USD) |
Dining-Out costs 285.18% more in South Korea compared to Nigeria.
Indicators | South Korea | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Wine Mid-Range Bottle  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 3,000 NGN (3.90 USD) |
Glass of Wine  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 1,500 NGN (1.95 USD) |
Domestic Beer Half Liter  | 3,000 KRW (2.25 USD) | 600 NGN (0.78 USD) |
Imported Beer Half Liter  | 4,000 KRW (3 USD) | 1,200 NGN (1.56 USD) |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter  | 15,000 KRW (11.25 USD) | 3,000 NGN (3.90 USD) |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 5,000 NGN (6.50 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Nigeria, you would have to pay 3.71 times more for usual hard drinks.
Indicators | South Korea | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Monthly Public Transportation Pass  | 60,000 KRW (45 USD) | 15,000 NGN (19.50 USD) |
Single Public Transportation Ticket  | 1,200 KRW (0.90 USD) | 200 NGN (0.26 USD) |
Single Train Ticket  | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | Yet to Update () |
Domestic Airplane Ticket  | 200,000 KRW (150 USD) | 50,000 NGN (65 USD) |
Taxi Start Fare  | 3,000 KRW (2.25 USD) | 500 NGN (0.65 USD) |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer  | 1,000 KRW (0.75 USD) | 300 NGN (0.39 USD) |
Car Rental Per Day  | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | 15,000 NGN (19.50 USD) |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour  | 3,000 KRW (2.25 USD) | 200 NGN (0.26 USD) |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour  | 1,500 KRW (1.13 USD) | 100 NGN (0.13 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Nigeria, you would have to pay 2.91 times more for transportation.
Indicators | South Korea | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost  | 30,000,000 KRW (22,500 USD) | 1,500,000 NGN (1,950 USD) |
Vehicle Registration Cost  | 200,000 KRW (150 USD) | 50,000 NGN (65 USD) |
Driving License Fees  | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 10,000 NGN (13 USD) |
Car Insurance Cost  | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 30,000 NGN (39 USD) |
Car Maintenance Cost  | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 15,000 NGN (19.50 USD) |
Car Loan Interest Rates  | 4 % | 12 % |
Fuel Per Liter  | 1,500 KRW (1.13 USD) | 300 NGN (0.39 USD) |
Fuel Per Gallon  | 6,000 KRW (4.50 USD) | 1,200 NGN (1.56 USD) |
Average Toll Fees  | 5,000 KRW 3.75 USD | Yet to Update |
You would have to pay 11.10 times more for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in South Korea compared to that of Nigeria.
Indicators | South Korea | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Doctor Visit  | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | 3,000 NGN (3.90 USD) |
Specialist Visit  | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 7,000 NGN (9.10 USD) |
Dentist Visit  | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 5,000 NGN (6.50 USD) |
Eye Exam  | 60,000 KRW (45 USD) | 2,000 NGN (2.60 USD) |
Mental Health Counseling  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 5,000 NGN (6.50 USD) |
Preventive Health Screening  | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 3,000 NGN (3.90 USD) |
Physical Therapy  | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | 3,000 NGN (3.90 USD) |
Emergency Room Visit  | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 25,000 NGN (32.50 USD) |
Hospital Stay Per Night  | 200,000 KRW (150 USD) | 15,000 NGN (19.50 USD) |
Vaccinations  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 2,000 NGN (2.60 USD) |
Prescription Medication  | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 1,000 NGN (1.30 USD) |
Over the Counter Medication  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 500 NGN (0.65 USD) |
Health Insurance Premiums  | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 25,000 NGN (32.50 USD) |
Health Insurance Deductibles  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 10,000 NGN (13 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Nigeria, you would have to pay 6.50 times more for Health and Medical Treatment.
Indicators | South Korea | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Cosmetic Procedures  | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 8,000 NGN (10.40 USD) |
Spa Treatment  | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 5,000 NGN (6.50 USD) |
Manicure Pedicure Cost  | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 2,000 NGN (2.60 USD) |
Optical Glasses Cost  | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 5,000 NGN (6.50 USD) |
Contact Lenses Cost  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 3,000 NGN (3.90 USD) |
Haircuts  | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 1,500 NGN (1.95 USD) |
Hair Coloring  | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 3,000 NGN (3.90 USD) |
Shampoo Price  | 4,000 KRW (3 USD) | 500 NGN (0.65 USD) |
Toothpaste Price  | 2,000 KRW (1.50 USD) | 200 NGN (0.26 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Nigeria, you would have to pay 21.60 times more for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
Indicators | South Korea | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Pair of Nike Running Shoes  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 40,000 NGN (52 USD) |
Men's Shirt  | 40,000 KRW (30 USD) | 6,000 NGN (7.80 USD) |
Women's Dress  | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 12,000 NGN (15.60 USD) |
Summer Dress  | 40,000 KRW (30 USD) | 8,000 NGN (10.40 USD) |
Men's Suit  | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 30,000 NGN (39 USD) |
Men's Jeans  | 60,000 KRW (45 USD) | 10,000 NGN (13 USD) |
Women's Jeans  | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 8,000 NGN (10.40 USD) |
Men's Formal Shoes  | 120,000 KRW (90 USD) | 20,000 NGN (26 USD) |
Women's Formal Shoes  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 20,000 NGN (26 USD) |
Men's Casual Shoes  | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 15,000 NGN (19.50 USD) |
Women's Casual Shoes  | 60,000 KRW (45 USD) | 12,000 NGN (15.60 USD) |
Underwear For Men  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 1,000 NGN (1.30 USD) |
Underwear For Women  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 1,500 NGN (1.95 USD) |
Socks For Men  | 5,000 KRW (3.75 USD) | 500 NGN (0.65 USD) |
Socks For Women  | 5,000 KRW (3.75 USD) | 500 NGN (0.65 USD) |
Wintercoat for Adults  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 12,000 NGN (15.60 USD) |
Sportswear  | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 8,000 NGN (10.40 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Nigeria, you would have to pay 3.98 times more for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
Indicators | South Korea | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Children's Jeans  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 4,000 NGN (5.20 USD) |
Children's Normal Sneakers  | 40,000 KRW (30 USD) | 6,000 NGN (7.80 USD) |
Children's Winter Coat  | 60,000 KRW (45 USD) | 8,000 NGN (10.40 USD) |
Daycare for Infant  | 300,000 KRW (225 USD) | 25,000 NGN (32.50 USD) |
Daycare for Toddler  | 250,000 KRW (187.50 USD) | 20,000 NGN (26 USD) |
Childcare for Sick Days  | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 4,000 NGN (5.20 USD) |
Early Childhood Education Programs  | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 20,000 NGN (26 USD) |
Extra Curricular Activities  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 6,000 NGN (7.80 USD) |
Summer Camp for Kids  | 200,000 KRW (150 USD) | 20,000 NGN (26 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Nigeria, you would have to pay 7.81 times more for Childcare and kids clothing.
Indicators | South Korea | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
PreSchool Fees  | 200,000 KRW (150 USD) | 40,000 NGN (52 USD) |
Primary School Fees  | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 60,000 NGN (78 USD) |
Secondary School Fees  | 700,000 KRW (525 USD) | 70,000 NGN (91 USD) |
Private School Fees  | 1,000,000 KRW (750 USD) | 90,000 NGN (117 USD) |
University Tuition Fees  | 2,000,000 KRW (1,500 USD) | 120,000 NGN (156 USD) |
University Private Tuition Fees  | 4,000,000 KRW (3,000 USD) | 180,000 NGN (234 USD) |
After School Activities  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 5,000 NGN (6.50 USD) |
Special Education Services  | 300,000 KRW (225 USD) | 30,000 NGN (39 USD) |
Tutoring  | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 3,000 NGN (3.90 USD) |
Textbooks Cost  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 5,000 NGN (6.50 USD) |
School Supplies  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 2,000 NGN (2.60 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Nigeria, you would have to pay 8.56 times more for school and education.
Indicators | South Korea | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Movie Ticket (Single)  | 12,000 KRW (9 USD) | 1,500 NGN (1.95 USD) |
Theater Ticket (Single)  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 2,000 NGN (2.60 USD) |
Concert Ticket (Single)  | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | 3,000 NGN (3.90 USD) |
Sports Event Ticket (Single)  | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 2,500 NGN (3.25 USD) |
Gym Membership  | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 5,000 NGN (6.50 USD) |
Swimming Pool Access  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 3,000 NGN (3.90 USD) |
Museum Entry Ticket  | 5,000 KRW (3.75 USD) | 1,000 NGN (1.30 USD) |
Zoo Entry Ticket  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 1,500 NGN (1.95 USD) |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket  | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 2,000 NGN (2.60 USD) |
Bowling  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 1,500 NGN (1.95 USD) |
Mini Golf  | 15,000 KRW (11.25 USD) | 1,500 NGN (1.95 USD) |
Video Games  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 6,000 NGN (7.80 USD) |
Streaming Services  | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 2,000 NGN (2.60 USD) |
Outdoor Equipment Rental  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 1,500 NGN (1.95 USD) |
Theme Park Annual Pass  | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 50,000 NGN (65 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Nigeria, you would have to pay 3.72 times more for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
Indicators | South Korea | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Language Classes  | 200,000 KRW (150 USD) | 25,000 NGN (32.50 USD) |
Parenting Classes  | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 15,000 NGN (19.50 USD) |
Art Classes  | 25,000 KRW (18.75 USD) | 3,000 NGN (3.90 USD) |
Fitness Classes  | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 2,000 NGN (2.60 USD) |
Music Lessons  | 40,000 KRW (30 USD) | 4,000 NGN (5.20 USD) |
Dance Lessons  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 4,000 NGN (5.20 USD) |
Reading Materials for Classes  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 1,000 NGN (1.30 USD) |
Educational Software  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 15,000 NGN (19.50 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of Nigeria, you would have to pay 4.81 times more for Private Classes.
Indicators | South Korea | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Average Gross Monthly Salary  | 3,000,000 KRW (2,250 USD) | 200,000 NGN (260 USD) |
Average Net Monthly Salary  | 2,400,000 KRW (1,800 USD) | 120,000 NGN (156 USD) |
Minimum Wages  | 83,333.33 KRW per hour (62.50 USD) | 1,000 NGN per hour (1.30 USD) |
Average Bonus  | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 20,000 NGN (26 USD) |
Income Tax Rate  | 0 to 10 % | 0 to 7.5 % |
Social Security Contributions  | 5 % | 7 % |
Pension Contributions  | 5 % | 8 % |
Cost of Living Index  | 60 | 40 |
Median Household Income  | 2,500,000 KRW (1,875 USD) | 1,200,000 NGN (1,560 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, you would earn 3.18 times more salary as compared to Nigeria.
Indicators | South Korea | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 5,000 NGN (6.50 USD) |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate  | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 7,000 NGN (9.10 USD) |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate  | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | 7,000 NGN (9.10 USD) |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate  | 60,000 KRW (45 USD) | 6,000 NGN (7.80 USD) |
Professional Services cost 7.15 times more in South Korea, as compared to Nigeria.
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