🇰🇷 Cost of living · South Korea
Daejeon Cost of Living
Monthly cost of living breakdown for Daejeon, South Korea
Cost Level: Low
Housing
1BR Apartment — City Center ₩675,000–1,150,000/mo (centre); ₩500,000–850,000/mo (outer)
USD Reference Approx. USD 460–780/mo (1BR centre) · at 2026-07-21 FX rates
Food & Dining
Budget Restaurant / Local Eatery ₩7,000–14,000 (casual); ₩28,000–55,000 (restaurant for 2)
Monthly Groceries ₩380,000–680,000/mo (groceries)
Transport
Monthly Transport Cost Monthly pass ~₩65,000
Metro (1 line, a 2nd under construction) + buses; T-money. KTX to Seoul (~1 h, a central hub). Uses Cheongju/Incheon airports. Walkable research park and university quarter.
Monthly Budget Summary
Budget Lifestyle (single)
USD 800–1,200
Comfortable Lifestyle (single)
USD 1,200–2,000
Family Budget (2–3 people)
USD 2,500–4,000
Important Note
Data above is approximate and indicative. Actual costs vary by location, personal lifestyle, and exchange rate fluctuations. Verify with local sources after arrival.
Source: RichBay editorial estimate (indicative, not guaranteed)
Estimate baseline: 2026-06-21
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