Seoul

🇰🇷South Korea•East Asia

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living80

Safety74

Healthcare87

Career Opportunities86

Climate64

Transport100

Air Quality66

Family Friendliness81.67

Education90

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 Seoul a good place to live?

Seoul scores 80/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 80/100), very safe (safety: 74/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 87/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Seoul?

Seoul has a cost of living score of 80/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Seoul?

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

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Seoul?

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

▸Is Seoul safe for expats?

Seoul has a safety score of 74/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 66/100.

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