Cost of Living Comparison Between Chongjin and Pyongyang Cost of Living Comparison Between Chongjin and Pyongyang

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$22.89 $22.89

Cappuccino

$1.15 $1.15

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.25 $2.25

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.13 $1.13

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$14.13 $14.13

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.49 $3.49

Milk (1 liter)

$1.02 $1.02

White Bread (500g)

$2.34 $2.34

Rice (white) (1kg)

$0.98 $0.98

Eggs

$2.02 $2.02

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$93.9 $93.9

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$94.2 $94.2

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$137 $137

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$260 $260

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update for Chongjin: January 11, 2026

Last update for Pyongyang: January 12, 2026

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