Incheon

🇰🇷South Korea•East Asia

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living71

Safety79

Healthcare86

Career Opportunities80

Climate63

Transport93

Air Quality74

Family Friendliness86.67

Education88

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Incheon a good place to live?

Incheon scores 78/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 71/100), very safe (safety: 79/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 86/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Incheon?

Incheon has a cost of living score of 71/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Incheon?

Incheon has a transport score of 93/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Incheon?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Incheon are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Incheon safe for expats?

Incheon has a safety score of 79/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 74/100.

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