Gwangju, 🇰🇷 South Korea Overview
🇰🇷 Gwangju,
South Korea
#798
Nomad Score
6.7
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Gwangju, South Korea 🇰🇷 is a lively, affordable city with strong Wi‑Fi, plenty of cafés, and a creative arts scene that can make remote work feel inspiring. It’s less hectic than Seoul, with good public transport and access to nature nearby 🌿. Great for digital nomads who want a relaxed pace, urban comfort, and local culture.
KEY STATS
Cost of Living
$2,006/mo
Internet Speed
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KEY SCORES
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| 💸 Cost of Living | 6.6 |
| 🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity | 2.7 |
| 🚀 Internet Speed | 9.1 |
| 🛡️ Safety | 8.9 |
| ☀️ Weather | 5.7 |
| 🏠 Accommodation Cost | 6.8 |
| ♀️ Female Friendly | 8.2 |
| ✊ Racial Tolerance | 6.6 |
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QUICK COSTS
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| 🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom) | $366.46 per month |
| 💻 Coworking Space | $146.58 per month |
| ☕ Coffee | $3.00 per cup |
| 🍺 Beer | $3.33 per pint |
| 🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive) | $6.00 per meal |
| 🚌 Monthly Transport Pass | $43.31 per month |
| 🧴 Mobile Plan | $36.65 per month |
| 💻 Internet (60 Mbps+) | $21.99 per month |