Ulsan, South Korea, South Korea — cost of living
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Ulsan, South Korea

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About Ulsan, South Korea

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$831
Family of 4 / mo
$2,144
Avg salary (after tax)
$2,826

Ulsan is a vibrant city located in South Korea , known for its beautiful landscapes and strong industrial base. It is famous for being home to one of the world's largest automobile factories, which makes it an important place for the car industry. The city also has stunning natural attractions, like the scenic Taehwa River and the picturesque beaches along the coast.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.· Wikipedia · Ulsan· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $95.26
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $44.66
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $48.82
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $86.33

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)5%
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $3,214

Food - Beverages

  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $1.94
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $7.15
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $4.76
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $1.01
  • CappuccinoUSD $4.86

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $8.93
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $50.6
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $8.33

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $52.3
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $8.72
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $5.95
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $8.32
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $7.71
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $7.71
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $4.46
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $3.27
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $1.75
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $13.69
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $5.36
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $9.5
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $40.4
  • Dozen EggsUSD $3.81
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $3.55
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $9.5
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $3.05

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $2,024
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $515.98
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $446.52
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $893.04
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $773.98
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $1,715

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $111.13
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $5.95
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $13.09
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $535.83
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $18,278

Transportation

  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $1.34
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $3.93
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $34,174
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $7.15
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $88
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $32,918
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $1.55

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $65.49
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $92.01

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How we calculate these numbers

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