🏙️South Korea
Seoul
Complete guide to living in Seoul - from tech opportunities to navigating K-culture and urban lifestyle.
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Population
9.6 million
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Highlight
Global tech capital with K-culture epicenter
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Country
South Korea
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Air Quality
58 (Moderate)
Dynamic megacity blending ancient palaces with futuristic technology and K-culture energy
Quick stats
Cost Index
75/100
Rent (1BR center)
₩1,200,000–3,500,000/month
Median Salary
₩35,000,000–80,000,000 gross
Internet
100–1000 Mbps
Safety
Very safe
Transport
Subway, buses, KTX, cycling
Areas & industries
Popular Neighborhoods
GangnamHongdaeItaewonMyeongdongInsadongJongnoSinchonApgujeong
Key Sectors
TechnologyFinanceEntertainmentGamingE-commerceTelecommunicationsAutomotive
✓ Advantages
- •World-class technology and startup ecosystem
- •Rich K-culture and entertainment industry
- •Excellent public transportation system
- •Amazing food scene and nightlife
- •Historic palaces and cultural attractions
- •Major business and financial center
! Considerations
- •Very high cost of living and housing
- •Intense work culture and competition
- •Air pollution and urban density
- •Language barrier outside international areas
Seoul FAQs
How much salary needed in Seoul?
₩40,000,000-60,000,000 for basic comfort; ₩80,000,000+ for family lifestyle with international school options.
Best areas for expats?
Itaewon for international community; Gangnam for business; Hongdae for young culture; Hannam for luxury expat living.
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