Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in South Korea is 1.09 times less expensive as compared to United Arab Emirates.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between South Korea and United Arab Emirates. 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 United Arab Emirates.
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 Indicators  | South Korea  | United Arab Emirates  |
|---|---|---|
1 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 800,000 KRW (600 USD) | 4,000 AED (1,080 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 1,500,000 KRW (1,125 USD) | 6,500 AED (1,755 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 2,500,000 KRW (1,875 USD) | 9,000 AED (2,430 USD) |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 2,500 AED (675 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 1,000,000 KRW (750 USD) | 4,000 AED (1,080 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 1,500,000 KRW (1,125 USD) | 6,000 AED (1,620 USD) |
Mortgage Rates Per Month  | 3 % | 5 % |
Realtor Commission  | 1 % | 2 % |
Property Taxes  | 0.15 to 0.5 % | Yet to Update |
The average housing cost in South Korea is 1.48 times less expensive than United Arab Emirates.
Indicators | South Korea | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Basic Home Furnishing  | 2,000,000 KRW (1,500 USD) | 10,000 AED (2,700 USD) |
Electricity Cost Per Month  | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 500 AED (135 USD) |
Heating Cost Per Month  | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | 200 AED (54 USD) |
Cooling Cost Per Month  | 40,000 KRW (30 USD) | 800 AED (216 USD) |
Water Supply Cost Per Month  | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 300 AED (81 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of United Arab Emirates, you would have to pay 48.68% less for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in South Korea costs 1.80 times less compared to United Arab Emirates.
Indicators | South Korea | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Standard Wifi Cost Per Month  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 350 AED (94.50 USD) |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 100 AED (27 USD) |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 100 AED (27 USD) |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 150 AED (40.50 USD) |
The internet and communication costs 64.29% less in South Korea compared to United Arab Emirates.
Indicators | South Korea | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Long Grain Rice (1 KG)  | 4,000 KRW (3 USD) | 10 AED (2.70 USD) |
Milk (1 Liter)  | 2,000 KRW (1.50 USD) | 7 AED (1.89 USD) |
Water (1 Liter)  | 1,000 KRW (0.75 USD) | 2 AED (0.54 USD) |
Bread (500 gm)  | 2,500 KRW (1.88 USD) | 5 AED (1.35 USD) |
Eggs (1 Dozen)  | 3,000 KRW (2.25 USD) | 15 AED (4.05 USD) |
Cheese (1 KG)  | 8,000 KRW (6 USD) | 35 AED (9.45 USD) |
Chicken Breast (1 KG)  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 25 AED (6.75 USD) |
In South Korea, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 1.08 times less expensive than the cost in United Arab Emirates.
If you lived in South Korea, instead of United Arab Emirates, you would have to pay 14.42% less for Groceries.
Indicators | South Korea | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Apples (1 KG)  | 5,000 KRW (3.75 USD) | 10 AED (2.70 USD) |
Bananas (1 KG)  | 3,000 KRW (2.25 USD) | 6 AED (1.62 USD) |
Oranges (1 KG)  | 4,000 KRW (3 USD) | 8 AED (2.16 USD) |
Tomatoes (1 KG)  | 3,500 KRW (2.63 USD) | 7 AED (1.89 USD) |
Potatoes (1 KG)  | 2,500 KRW (1.88 USD) | 5 AED (1.35 USD) |
Lemons (1 KG)  | 5,000 KRW (3.75 USD) | 12 AED (3.24 USD) |
Onions (1 KG)  | 3,000 KRW (2.25 USD) | 7 AED (1.89 USD) |
Lentils (1 KG)  | 6,000 KRW (4.50 USD) | 8 AED (2.16 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of United Arab Emirates, you would have to pay 1.41 times more for Fruits and Vegetables.
Indicators | South Korea | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Meal at a Resonable Restaurant  | 12,000 KRW (9 USD) | 30 AED (8.10 USD) |
Three-Course Meal for Two  | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 120 AED (32.40 USD) |
Fast Food Combo Meal  | 8,000 KRW (6 USD) | 20 AED (5.40 USD) |
Normal Coffee  | 4,000 KRW (3 USD) | 15 AED (4.05 USD) |
Soft Drink  | 2,500 KRW (1.88 USD) | 6 AED (1.62 USD) |
Pizza for One  | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 60 AED (16.20 USD) |
Take-Out Delivery Meal  | 12,000 KRW (9 USD) | 30 AED (8.10 USD) |
Cigarette Pack of 20  | 5,000 KRW (3.75 USD) | 30 AED (8.10 USD) |
Dining-Out costs 1.38% more in South Korea compared to United Arab Emirates.
Indicators | South Korea | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Wine Mid-Range Bottle  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 90 AED (24.30 USD) |
Glass of Wine  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 40 AED (10.80 USD) |
Domestic Beer Half Liter  | 3,000 KRW (2.25 USD) | 25 AED (6.75 USD) |
Imported Beer Half Liter  | 4,000 KRW (3 USD) | 35 AED (9.45 USD) |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter  | 15,000 KRW (11.25 USD) | 80 AED (21.60 USD) |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 120 AED (32.40 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of United Arab Emirates, you would have to pay 1.53 times less for usual hard drinks.
Indicators | South Korea | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Monthly Public Transportation Pass  | 60,000 KRW (45 USD) | 300 AED (81 USD) |
Single Public Transportation Ticket  | 1,200 KRW (0.90 USD) | 5 AED (1.35 USD) |
Single Train Ticket  | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | Yet to Update () |
Domestic Airplane Ticket  | 200,000 KRW (150 USD) | 500 AED (135 USD) |
Taxi Start Fare  | 3,000 KRW (2.25 USD) | 12 AED (3.24 USD) |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer  | 1,000 KRW (0.75 USD) | 1.50 AED (0.41 USD) |
Car Rental Per Day  | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | 100 AED (27 USD) |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour  | 3,000 KRW (2.25 USD) | 20 AED (5.40 USD) |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour  | 1,500 KRW (1.13 USD) | 10 AED (2.70 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of United Arab Emirates, you would have to pay 1.20 times more for transportation.
Indicators | South Korea | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost  | 30,000,000 KRW (22,500 USD) | 50,000 AED (13,500 USD) |
Vehicle Registration Cost  | 200,000 KRW (150 USD) | 1,000 AED (270 USD) |
Driving License Fees  | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 200 AED (54 USD) |
Car Insurance Cost  | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 2,000 AED (540 USD) |
Car Maintenance Cost  | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 500 AED (135 USD) |
Car Loan Interest Rates  | 4 % | 6 % |
Fuel Per Liter  | 1,500 KRW (1.13 USD) | 2.50 AED (0.68 USD) |
Fuel Per Gallon  | 6,000 KRW (4.50 USD) | 10 AED (2.70 USD) |
Average Toll Fees  | 5,000 KRW 3.75 USD | Yet to Update |
You would have to pay 1.60 times more for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in South Korea compared to that of United Arab Emirates.
Indicators | South Korea | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Doctor Visit  | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | 300 AED (81 USD) |
Specialist Visit  | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 500 AED (135 USD) |
Dentist Visit  | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 400 AED (108 USD) |
Eye Exam  | 60,000 KRW (45 USD) | 150 AED (40.50 USD) |
Mental Health Counseling  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 400 AED (108 USD) |
Preventive Health Screening  | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 100 AED (27 USD) |
Physical Therapy  | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | 300 AED (81 USD) |
Emergency Room Visit  | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 500 AED (135 USD) |
Hospital Stay Per Night  | 200,000 KRW (150 USD) | 1,000 AED (270 USD) |
Vaccinations  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 50 AED (13.50 USD) |
Prescription Medication  | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 50 AED (13.50 USD) |
Over the Counter Medication  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 30 AED (8.10 USD) |
Health Insurance Premiums  | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 1,000 AED (270 USD) |
Health Insurance Deductibles  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 2,000 AED (540 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of United Arab Emirates, you would have to pay 2.03 times less for Health and Medical Treatment.
Indicators | South Korea | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Cosmetic Procedures  | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 500 AED (135 USD) |
Spa Treatment  | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 200 AED (54 USD) |
Manicure Pedicure Cost  | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 80 AED (21.60 USD) |
Optical Glasses Cost  | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 150 AED (40.50 USD) |
Contact Lenses Cost  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 100 AED (27 USD) |
Haircuts  | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 50 AED (13.50 USD) |
Hair Coloring  | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 100 AED (27 USD) |
Shampoo Price  | 4,000 KRW (3 USD) | 20 AED (5.40 USD) |
Toothpaste Price  | 2,000 KRW (1.50 USD) | 10 AED (2.70 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of United Arab Emirates, you would have to pay 2.42 times more for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
Indicators | South Korea | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Pair of Nike Running Shoes  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 350 AED (94.50 USD) |
Men's Shirt  | 40,000 KRW (30 USD) | 100 AED (27 USD) |
Women's Dress  | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 250 AED (67.50 USD) |
Summer Dress  | 40,000 KRW (30 USD) | 150 AED (40.50 USD) |
Men's Suit  | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 1,500 AED (405 USD) |
Men's Jeans  | 60,000 KRW (45 USD) | 250 AED (67.50 USD) |
Women's Jeans  | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 200 AED (54 USD) |
Men's Formal Shoes  | 120,000 KRW (90 USD) | 300 AED (81 USD) |
Women's Formal Shoes  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 250 AED (67.50 USD) |
Men's Casual Shoes  | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 200 AED (54 USD) |
Women's Casual Shoes  | 60,000 KRW (45 USD) | 180 AED (48.60 USD) |
Underwear For Men  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 40 AED (10.80 USD) |
Underwear For Women  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 40 AED (10.80 USD) |
Socks For Men  | 5,000 KRW (3.75 USD) | 10 AED (2.70 USD) |
Socks For Women  | 5,000 KRW (3.75 USD) | 10 AED (2.70 USD) |
Wintercoat for Adults  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 250 AED (67.50 USD) |
Sportswear  | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 250 AED (67.50 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of United Arab Emirates, you would have to pay 1.11 times less for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
Indicators | South Korea | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Children's Jeans  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 100 AED (27 USD) |
Children's Normal Sneakers  | 40,000 KRW (30 USD) | 150 AED (40.50 USD) |
Children's Winter Coat  | 60,000 KRW (45 USD) | 200 AED (54 USD) |
Daycare for Infant  | 300,000 KRW (225 USD) | 1,500 AED (405 USD) |
Daycare for Toddler  | 250,000 KRW (187.50 USD) | 1,200 AED (324 USD) |
Childcare for Sick Days  | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 150 AED (40.50 USD) |
Early Childhood Education Programs  | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 750 AED (202.50 USD) |
Extra Curricular Activities  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 300 AED (81 USD) |
Summer Camp for Kids  | 200,000 KRW (150 USD) | 500 AED (135 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of United Arab Emirates, you would have to pay 1.14 times less for Childcare and kids clothing.
Indicators | South Korea | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
PreSchool Fees  | 200,000 KRW (150 USD) | 2,000 AED (540 USD) |
Primary School Fees  | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 3,000 AED (810 USD) |
Secondary School Fees  | 700,000 KRW (525 USD) | 4,000 AED (1,080 USD) |
Private School Fees  | 1,000,000 KRW (750 USD) | 6,000 AED (1,620 USD) |
University Tuition Fees  | 2,000,000 KRW (1,500 USD) | 12,000 AED (3,240 USD) |
University Private Tuition Fees  | 4,000,000 KRW (3,000 USD) | 25,000 AED (6,750 USD) |
After School Activities  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 300 AED (81 USD) |
Special Education Services  | 300,000 KRW (225 USD) | 300 AED (81 USD) |
Tutoring  | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 200 AED (54 USD) |
Textbooks Cost  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 100 AED (27 USD) |
School Supplies  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 50 AED (13.50 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of United Arab Emirates, you would have to pay 2.12 times less for school and education.
Indicators | South Korea | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Movie Ticket (Single)  | 12,000 KRW (9 USD) | 40 AED (10.80 USD) |
Theater Ticket (Single)  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 80 AED (21.60 USD) |
Concert Ticket (Single)  | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | 120 AED (32.40 USD) |
Sports Event Ticket (Single)  | 50,000 KRW (37.50 USD) | 100 AED (27 USD) |
Gym Membership  | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 500 AED (135 USD) |
Swimming Pool Access  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 250 AED (67.50 USD) |
Museum Entry Ticket  | 5,000 KRW (3.75 USD) | 20 AED (5.40 USD) |
Zoo Entry Ticket  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 40 AED (10.80 USD) |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket  | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 60 AED (16.20 USD) |
Bowling  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 60 AED (16.20 USD) |
Mini Golf  | 15,000 KRW (11.25 USD) | 80 AED (21.60 USD) |
Video Games  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 500 AED (135 USD) |
Streaming Services  | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 100 AED (27 USD) |
Outdoor Equipment Rental  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 150 AED (40.50 USD) |
Theme Park Annual Pass  | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 2,000 AED (540 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of United Arab Emirates, you would have to pay 2.72 times less for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
Indicators | South Korea | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Language Classes  | 200,000 KRW (150 USD) | 200 AED (54 USD) |
Parenting Classes  | 150,000 KRW (112.50 USD) | 200 AED (54 USD) |
Art Classes  | 25,000 KRW (18.75 USD) | 150 AED (40.50 USD) |
Fitness Classes  | 20,000 KRW (15 USD) | 80 AED (21.60 USD) |
Music Lessons  | 40,000 KRW (30 USD) | 200 AED (54 USD) |
Dance Lessons  | 30,000 KRW (22.50 USD) | 150 AED (40.50 USD) |
Reading Materials for Classes  | 10,000 KRW (7.50 USD) | 20 AED (5.40 USD) |
Educational Software  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 100 AED (27 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, instead of United Arab Emirates, you would have to pay 1.45 times more for Private Classes.
Indicators | South Korea | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Average Gross Monthly Salary  | 3,000,000 KRW (2,250 USD) | 10,000 AED (2,700 USD) |
Average Net Monthly Salary  | 2,400,000 KRW (1,800 USD) | 8,000 AED (2,160 USD) |
Minimum Wages  | 83,333.33 KRW per hour (62.50 USD) | 100 AED per hour (27 USD) |
Average Bonus  | 500,000 KRW (375 USD) | 1,000 AED (270 USD) |
Income Tax Rate  | 0 to 10 % | 0 to 5 % |
Social Security Contributions  | 5 % | Yet to Update |
Pension Contributions  | 5 % | Yet to Update |
Cost of Living Index  | 60 | 80 |
Median Household Income  | 2,500,000 KRW (1,875 USD) | 7,000 AED (1,890 USD) |
If you lived in South Korea, you would earn 1.11 times less salary as compared to United Arab Emirates.
Indicators | South Korea | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate  | 100,000 KRW (75 USD) | 500 AED (135 USD) |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate  | 80,000 KRW (60 USD) | 400 AED (108 USD) |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate  | 70,000 KRW (52.50 USD) | 300 AED (81 USD) |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate  | 60,000 KRW (45 USD) | 250 AED (67.50 USD) |
Professional Services cost 1.68 times less in South Korea, as compared to United Arab Emirates.
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