Seúl
South Korea
Updated on October 02, 2025
Overview
Seoul offers a dynamic urban environment with a wide range of housing options from affordable to luxury. The cost of living is moderate to high depending on lifestyle. The city has excellent public transport and is highly walkable. Safety is generally good, and healthcare services are advanced and accessible. The job market is competitive, especially in technology and manufacturing. Winters can be cold and dry, summers hot and humid. The community is fast-paced with a strong cultural identity.
Average cost of living€1,855.90
Quality of Life86/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€400.00
1-bed flat (center)€805.46
1-bed flat (outside)€499.75
3-bed flat (center)€2,206.00
3-bed flat (outside)€1,102.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€19,222.00
sqm outside center€10,298.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€137.39
Internet€18.76
Mobile plan€28.05
Transportation
One-way ticket€0.94
Monthly pass€39.39
Taxi start€3.00
Gasoline (1 l)€1.03
Leisure
Cinema ticket€9.38
Fitness club€48.12
Education
Preschool (month)€335.72
Intl. primary (year)€19,304.00
Demographics
Population 9,500,000
Metropolitan area population 25,000,000
Metropolitan area —
Advantages
- ✓ Excellent public transport and walkability
- ✓ Advanced healthcare system
- ✓ Wide housing options
- ✓ Strong job market in tech and manufacturing
- ✓ Generally safe
Disadvantages
- × High living costs in central areas
- × Competitive job market
- × Cold winters and hot summers
- × Language barrier for newcomers
- × Urban density and noise