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Gwangju, South Korea 🇰🇷
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Nomad Score:
65%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$350.00
$850.00
$45.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals in central Gwangju |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$90.00
$130.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$35.00
$60.00
$3.50
|
Daily average cost for prepaid SIM and Wi-Fi |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$220.00
$400.00
$15.00
|
Daily average cost if self-catering occasionally |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$50.00
$100.00
$5.00
|
Daily average using public transport and taxis |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$90.00
$450.00
$25.00
|
Daily average eating mostly at restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$40.00
$120.00
$10.00
|
Daily average for entertainment and cultural activities |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$70.00
$200.00
$0.00
|
Tourists typically use travel insurance, not monthly |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$5.00
$30.00
$0.00
|
Monthly average for visa renewals or legal paperwork |
| Total |
$950.00
$2,340.00
$103.50
|
Cost Profile Definitions:
Local Resident: Lives permanently in the city with local housing and lifestyle.
Digital Nomad: Mid-term stay (1-6 months) with furnished accommodation and expat lifestyle.
Tourist: Short-term visit (1-14 days) with hotels and tourist activities.
Individual Item Costs
🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom)
$450.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
☕ Coffee
$3.00
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$4.00
Price for a pint in a mid-range bar.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$5.50
Typical local restaurant meal.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$6.00
Standard combo meal at international chains.
per meal