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We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in Korea, they wrote...

"The cost of living in Korea varies depending on the city and lifestyle. Generally, the cost of living in Korea is considered to be relatively affordable compared to other developed countries. Basic necessities such as food, transportation, and housing are generally quite affordable, while luxury items such as designer clothing and electronics can be more expensive. Additionally, the cost of living in Korea is affected by the exchange rate of the Korean won to other currencies," mentioned another expat when asked about moving to Korea.

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Betsy Burlingame Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.

Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.

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