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Cost of living Stats: compare key data on Japan & South Korea

Definitions

  • Average monthly disposable salary > After tax: Average Monthly Disposable Salary (After Tax). Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "Average Monthly Disposable Salary (After Tax)". Prices in current USD.
  • Basic utilities > Garbage, water, heating, electricity for 85 sqm apartment: Basic (Electricity, Heating, Water, Garbage) for 85m2 Apartment. Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "Basic (Electricity, Heating, Water, Garbage) for 85m2 Apartment". Prices in current USD.
  • Cinema ticket price > International release: Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat. Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat". Prices in current USD.
  • Clothing and shoe prices > Shoes > Pair of Nikes: 1 Pair of Nike Shoes. Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "1 Pair of Nike Shoes". Prices in current USD.
  • Internet > Broadband 6Mpbs, uncapped data: Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014 (sample survey for the United States). Respondents were asked abot the price of an Internet connection (6 Mbps, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL)". Prices in current USD.
  • Local purchasing power: Local Purchasing Power shows relative purchasing power in buying goods and services in a given city for the average wage in that city. If domestic purchasing power is 40, this means that the inhabitants of that city with the average salary can afford to buy 60% less typical goods and services than New York City residents with an average salary.
  • Prices at markets > Cigarettes > Pack of Marlboro: Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014 (sample survey for the United States). Respondents were asked about the price of a Pack of Cigarettes (Marlboro). Prices in current USD.
  • Prices at markets > Egg > Dozen: Average prize of a dozen eggs. Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked about the prize of a dozen eggs. Prices in current USD.
  • Prices at markets > Loaf of bread > Fresh, white: Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014 (sample survey for the United States). Respondents were asked about the price of a Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g). Prices in current USD.
  • Prices at markets > Milk > 1 litre: Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014 (sample survey for the United States). Respondents were asked about the price of 1 liter of regular Milk. Prices in current USD.
  • Prices at markets > Rice > White, 1kg: Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014 (sample survey for the United States). Respondents were asked about the price of 1 kg of White Rice. Prices in current USD.
  • Prices at markets > Water > 1.5 litre bottle: Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014 (sample survey for the United States). Respondents were asked about the price of a bottle of water (1.5 liter). Prices in current USD.
  • Real estate prices > Rent index: Rent Index is estimation of prices of renting apartments in the city compared to New York City. If Rent index is 80, Numbeo estimates that price for renting in that city is 80% of price in New York.
  • Real estate prices > Rent per month > 3 bedroom apartment > City centre: Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre. Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre". Prices in current USD.
  • Transport prices > New car > Volkswagen Golf 1.4 or similar: Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car). Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car)". Prices in current USD.
  • Real estate prices > Apartment purchase price per sqm > City centre: Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre. Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre". Prices in current USD.
  • Clothing and shoe prices > Jeans > 1 pair of Levi 501s or equivalent: 1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar). Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)". Prices in current USD.
  • Consumer price index > Plus rent: Consumer Price Plus Rent Index is an estimation of consumer goods prices including rent in the city comparing to New York City. If a city has a an index of 120, it means Numbeo estimates it is 20% more expensive than New York (excluding rent).
  • Restaurant prices > McDonalds meal: Combo Meal at McDonalds or Similar. Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "Combo Meal at McDonalds or Similar". Prices in current USD.
  • Prices at markets > Chicken breasts > Skinless, boneless: Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014 (sample survey for the United States). Respondents were asked about the price of 1 kg of Chicken Breasts (Boneless, Skinless). Prices in current USD.
  • Prices at markets > Groceries index: Groceries Index is an estimation of grocery prices in a given location compared to New York City. To calculate this section, Numbeo uses the "Markets" section of each city.
  • Real estate prices > Rent per month > 1 bedroom apartment > City centre: Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre. Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre". Prices in current USD.
  • Prices at markets > Apple > 1kg: Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014 (sample survey for the United States). Respondents were asked about the price of 1 kg of apples. Prices in current USD.
  • Restaurant prices > Restaurant index: Restaurants Index is a comparison of prices of meals and drinks in restaurants and bars compared to NYC.
  • Sports > Tennis court hire > 1 hour, weekend: Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend). Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)". Prices in current USD.
  • Real estate prices > Apartment purchase price per sqm > Outside city centre: Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre. Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre". Prices in current USD.
  • Prices at markets > Potatoes > 1kg: Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014 (sample survey for the United States). Respondents were asked about the price of 1 kg of potatoes. Prices in current USD.
  • IPad Index: Price of an Apple iPad Air 16 GB WIFI, in USD.
  • Restaurant prices > 3 course meal for 2: Meal for 2, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course. Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "Meal for 2, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course". Prices in current USD.
  • Real estate prices > Rent per month > 1 bedroom apartment > Outside city centre: Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre. Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre". Prices in current USD.
  • Consumer price index > Excluding rent: Consumer Price Excl. Rent Index (CPI) is a relative indicator of consumer goods price, including groceries, restaurants, transportation and utilities. CPI Index doesn't include accommodation expenses such as rent or mortgage. If a city has a CPI index of 120, it means Numbeo estimates it is 20% more expensive than New York (excluding rent).
  • Prices at markets > Wine > Bottle, midrange: Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014 (sample survey for the United States). Respondents were asked about the price of a Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range). Prices in current USD.
  • Prices at markets > Tomatoes > 1kg: Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014 (sample survey for the United States). Respondents were asked about the price of 1 kg of Tomatoes. Prices in current USD.
  • Transport prices > Taxi > Waiting time per hour: Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff). Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)". Prices in current USD.
  • Mobile calls > 1 minute prepaid local call: Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014 (sample survey for the United States). Respondents were asked about the price of 1 min. of Prepaid Mobile Tariff Local (No Discounts or Plans). Prices in current USD.
  • Prices at markets > Cheese > Local, 1kg: Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014 (sample survey for the United States). Respondents were asked about the price of 1 kg of local cheese. Prices in current USD.
  • Restaurant prices > Coffee > Regular cappuccino: Cappuccino (regular). Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "Cappuccino (regular)". Prices in current USD.
  • Real estate prices > Rent per month > 3 bedroom apartment > Outside city centre: Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre. Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre". Prices in current USD.
  • Clothing and shoe prices > Shoes > Pair of men's leather shoes: 1 Pair of Men Leather Shoes. Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "1 Pair of Men Leather Shoes". Prices in current USD.
  • Real estate prices > Interest rate: Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly. Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly". The higher the value, the more survey respondents believe it is high in their country.
  • Prices at markets > Beer > Local half litre bottle: Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014 (sample survey for the United States). Respondents were asked about the price of Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle). Prices in current USD.
  • Transport prices > Public transport > Monthly pass: Monthly Pass (Regular Price). Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "Monthly Pass (Regular Price)". Prices in current USD.
  • Prices at markets > Lettuce > One head: Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014 (sample survey for the United States). Respondents were asked about the price of one head of Lettuce. Prices in current USD.
  • Clothing and shoe prices > Summer dress in fashion chain store > Eg Zara, Gap: 1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M, ...). Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M, ...)". Prices in current USD.
  • IPad Index per million people: Price (US Dollars). Figures expressed per million people for the same year.
  • Transport prices > Public transport > One way ticket: One-way Ticket (Local Transport). Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "One-way Ticket (Local Transport)". Prices in current USD.
  • Restaurant prices > Beer > Half litre of local draught: Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught). Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)". Prices in current USD.
  • Restaurant prices > Bottled water: Water (0.33 liter bottle). Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "Water (0.33 liter bottle)". Prices in current USD.
  • Transport prices > Taxi > Per km: Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff). Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)". Prices in current USD.
  • Transport prices > Taxi > Monthly pass: Taxi Start (Normal Tariff). Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)". Prices in current USD.
  • Restaurant prices > Beer > 0.33 litre imported bottle: Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle). Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)". Prices in current USD.
  • Prices at markets > Oranges > 1kg: Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014 (sample survey for the United States). Respondents were asked about the price of 1 kg of oranges. Prices in current USD.
  • Transport prices > Gas/petrol > 1 litre: Gasoline (1 liter). Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "Gasoline (1 liter)". Prices in current USD.
  • Restaurant prices > Coke/Pepsi cola: Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle). Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)". Prices in current USD.
  • Sports > Fitness club/gym > Cost per month for adult: Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult. Based on 0-50 contributions for Afghanistan, Aland Islands, Andorra and 81 more countries and 50-100 contributions for Albania, Algeria, Armenia and 19 more countries and over 100 contributions for Argentina, Australia, Austria and 82 more countries. The surveys were conducted by numbeo.com from May, 2011 to February, 2014. See this sample survey for the United States, respondents were asked "Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult". Prices in current USD.
STAT Japan South Korea
Average monthly disposable salary > After tax $2,782.43
Ranked 23th. 28% more than South Korea
$2,174.36
Ranked 38th.
Basic utilities > Garbage, water, heating, electricity for 85 sqm apartment $198.88
Ranked 31st. 41% more than South Korea
$141.31
Ranked 60th.
Cinema ticket price > International release $17.67
Ranked 5th. 2 times more than South Korea
$8.41
Ranked 50th.
Clothing and shoe prices > Shoes > Pair of Nikes $79.42
Ranked 111th.
$102.38
Ranked 53th. 29% more than Japan
Internet > Broadband 6Mpbs, uncapped data $36.58
Ranked 82nd. 48% more than South Korea
$24.75
Ranked 117th.
Local purchasing power 93.22
Ranked 18th. 19% more than South Korea
78.46
Ranked 30th.
Prices at markets > Cigarettes > Pack of Marlboro $4.32
Ranked 45th. 71% more than South Korea
$2.52
Ranked 91st.
Prices at markets > Egg > Dozen $2.09
Ranked 77th.
$2.98
Ranked 34th. 43% more than Japan
Prices at markets > Loaf of bread > Fresh, white $1.81
Ranked 37th.
$2.19
Ranked 24th. 21% more than Japan
Prices at markets > Milk > 1 litre $1.81
Ranked 25th.
$2.21
Ranked 16th. 22% more than Japan
Prices at markets > Rice > White, 1kg $4.53
Ranked 4th. 29% more than South Korea
$3.52
Ranked 8th.
Prices at markets > Water > 1.5 litre bottle $1.41
Ranked 31st. 18% more than South Korea
$1.19
Ranked 49th.
Real estate prices > Rent index 36.78
Ranked 32nd.
38.37
Ranked 29th. 4% more than Japan
Real estate prices > Rent per month > 3 bedroom apartment > City centre $1,912.91
Ranked 29th.
$2,234.53
Ranked 19th. 17% more than Japan
Transport prices > New car > Volkswagen Golf 1.4 or similar $21,597.23
Ranked 85th.
$28,033.98
Ranked 39th. 30% more than Japan
Real estate prices > Apartment purchase price per sqm > City centre $5,589.80
Ranked 17th.
$6,916.06
Ranked 14th. 24% more than Japan
Clothing and shoe prices > Jeans > 1 pair of Levi 501s or equivalent $79.21
Ranked 61st.
$89.46
Ranked 43th. 13% more than Japan
Consumer price index > Plus rent 68.29
Ranked 24th. 8% more than South Korea
63.41
Ranked 28th.
Restaurant prices > McDonalds meal $6.38
Ranked 65th. 14% more than South Korea
$5.61
Ranked 86th.
Prices at markets > Chicken breasts > Skinless, boneless $8.47
Ranked 38th.
$9.05
Ranked 34th. 7% more than Japan
Prices at markets > Groceries index 101.06
Ranked 16th.
104.85
Ranked 12th. 4% more than Japan
Real estate prices > Rent per month > 1 bedroom apartment > City centre $976.69
Ranked 27th. 27% more than South Korea
$769.04
Ranked 39th.
Prices at markets > Apple > 1kg $5.32
Ranked 9th.
$5.45
Ranked 8th. 2% more than Japan
Restaurant prices > Restaurant index 60.22
Ranked 49th. 18% more than South Korea
51.15
Ranked 68th.
Sports > Tennis court hire > 1 hour, weekend $16.41
Ranked 47th.
$19.62
Ranked 33th. 20% more than Japan
Real estate prices > Apartment purchase price per sqm > Outside city centre $3,987.85
Ranked 13th. 22% more than South Korea
$3,275.82
Ranked 21st.
Prices at markets > Potatoes > 1kg $3.15
Ranked 7th.
$3.74
Ranked 4th. 19% more than Japan
IPad Index $501.56
Ranked 40th.
$576.20
Ranked 31st. 15% more than Japan
Restaurant prices > 3 course meal for 2 $39.27
Ranked 55th. 20% more than South Korea
$32.71
Ranked 72nd.
Real estate prices > Rent per month > 1 bedroom apartment > Outside city centre $568.86
Ranked 37th. 18% more than South Korea
$482.93
Ranked 47th.
Consumer price index > Excluding rent 97.35
Ranked 22nd. 13% more than South Korea
86.5
Ranked 28th.
Prices at markets > Wine > Bottle, midrange $12.52
Ranked 37th.
$15.00
Ranked 24th. 20% more than Japan
Prices at markets > Tomatoes > 1kg $5.57
Ranked 6th. 7% more than South Korea
$5.23
Ranked 8th.
Transport prices > Taxi > Waiting time per hour $29.45
Ranked 24th. 3 times more than South Korea
$11.37
Ranked 53th.
Mobile calls > 1 minute prepaid local call $0.56
Ranked 8th. 3 times more than South Korea
$0.17
Ranked 73th.
Prices at markets > Cheese > Local, 1kg $15.67
Ranked 18th.
$15.73
Ranked 17th. About the same as Japan
Restaurant prices > Coffee > Regular cappuccino $3.63
Ranked 29th.
$4.09
Ranked 16th. 13% more than Japan
Real estate prices > Rent per month > 3 bedroom apartment > Outside city centre $1,139.71
Ranked 38th.
$1,311.17
Ranked 30th. 15% more than Japan
Clothing and shoe prices > Shoes > Pair of men's leather shoes $103.38
Ranked 53th.
$144.06
Ranked 12th. 39% more than Japan
Real estate prices > Interest rate 1.95
Ranked 141st.
4.37
Ranked 113th. 2 times more than Japan
Prices at markets > Beer > Local half litre bottle $2.77
Ranked 23th. 39% more than South Korea
$2.00
Ranked 44th.
Transport prices > Public transport > Monthly pass $98.17
Ranked 12th. 2 times more than South Korea
$43.17
Ranked 54th.
Prices at markets > Lettuce > One head $1.91
Ranked 26th.
$1.93
Ranked 24th. 1% more than Japan
Clothing and shoe prices > Summer dress in fashion chain store > Eg Zara, Gap $55.77
Ranked 47th. 5% more than South Korea
$53.28
Ranked 52nd.
IPad Index per million people $3.94
Ranked 39th.
$11.77
Ranked 28th. 3 times more than Japan
Transport prices > Public transport > One way ticket $1.96
Ranked 35th. 83% more than South Korea
$1.07
Ranked 55th.
Restaurant prices > Beer > Half litre of local draught $3.93
Ranked 42nd. 40% more than South Korea
$2.80
Ranked 59th.
Restaurant prices > Bottled water $1.06
Ranked 47th. 26% more than South Korea
$0.84
Ranked 65th.
Transport prices > Taxi > Per km $2.95
Ranked 12th. 3 times more than South Korea
$1.14
Ranked 67th.
Transport prices > Taxi > Monthly pass $6.87
Ranked 10th. 3 times more than South Korea
$2.43
Ranked 67th.
Restaurant prices > Beer > 0.33 litre imported bottle $3.12
Ranked 32nd.
$3.98
Ranked 21st. 28% more than Japan
Prices at markets > Oranges > 1kg $4.69
Ranked 6th.
$5.14
Ranked 4th. 10% more than Japan
Transport prices > Gas/petrol > 1 litre $1.49
Ranked 60th.
$1.86
Ranked 37th. 25% more than Japan
Restaurant prices > Coke/Pepsi cola $1.32
Ranked 53th.
$1.35
Ranked 52nd. 2% more than Japan
Sports > Fitness club/gym > Cost per month for adult $83.73
Ranked 17th. 38% more than South Korea
$60.74
Ranked 47th.

SOURCES: Numbeo.com. Cost of living.; Numbeo.com; http://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/; Numbeo.com. Cost of living.; cost of living; http://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/prices_by_city.jsp?displayCurrency=USD; https://content.markitcdn.com/CommSec/Api/Document/B64ENCeyJkayI6IjIyMDMtMTAzMDM1Mi0xIiwiZmlkIjpudWxsLCJkdCI6bnVsbH0%3D.pdf, April 2014. p. 1.; Wikipedia: Purchasing power parity (iPad Index) ([1] The Age 23 September 2013 [1] 23rd Sep 2013, CommSec Economic Insight: CommSec iPad Index Sep 23,2013 [1] Commonwealth Securities 23 September 2013 [1] How much an iPad costs 21 December 2013). Population figures from World Bank: (1) United Nations Population Division. World Population Prospects, (2) United Nations Statistical Division. Population and Vital Statistics Report (various years), (3) Census reports and other statistical publications from national statistical offices, (4) Eurostat: Demographic Statistics, (5) Secretariat of the Pacific Community: Statistics and Demography Programme, and (6) U.S. Census Bureau: International Database.

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