Suwon
South Korea, Asia
1.2M people
Asia/Seoul
Korean
City
Historic
Suwon
Suwon is a historic city in Gyeonggi-do province, South Korea, known for its well-preserved Hwaseong Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Family-friendly
Safety
85
Security
Very Safe
Cost
75
Living costs
Expensive
Healthcare
92
Medical
Excellent
25°
L: 10°
Best time to visitApril
Annual rainfall
1200mmCost of Living
75
Overall Cost
Expensive
68
Rent Index
Expensive
70
Groceries
Expensive
72
Restaurants
Expensive
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$800
City center
3 Bedroom
$1,500
City center
Cost vs Global Average25% higher
Quality of LifeMedium expat community
80
Overall Quality Score
Excellent quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
40
Fair
Poor40
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
70
Very Good
Good70
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
50
Good
Average50
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
65
Very Good
Good65
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 40/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 80/100
Entertainment
70/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & EconomyNomad Friendly🌐
AVERAGE
$3K
Annual Salary
SPEED
100
Mbps Internet
SPACES
20
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
70
out of 100
Good70
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
60
out of 100
Average60
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
78
out of 100
Good78
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
40h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
92
Excellent
Excellent92
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
60
Moderate
Poor60
System Overview
System Type
Universal
Emergency Number
119
Hospital Density
150
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
83
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent98
Excellent longevity indicators
Safety & Security
Overall SafetyVery Safe
Score: 85/100
Crime Rate IndexVery Low
Index: 15/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability90/100
Emergency
119
Disaster Risk
Low
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
92
Health Index
LIFESPAN
83
Years
HOSPITALS
150
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
40
Fair
Poor40
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
70
Good
Good70
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
60
Good
Average60
Air Quality Index
Moderate air quality
60
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$50
Public Transport
PER LITER
$1.50
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$2.00
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
80
Excellent
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
70
Good
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
50
Fair
Nearby Airports
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
70
Good
Good70
Traffic Congestion
Moderate
50 Index
Average50
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$50
per month
Fuel
$1.5
per liter
Taxi
$2
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
10
Schools
MONTHLY
$1,000
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
85
Excellent
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
75
Good
Major Universities
Sungkyunkwan University
Higher education institution
Ajou University
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
85
Excellent85
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
40
Poor40
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
80
Excellent80
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
70
Good70
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
60
Average60
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
Low
50
Average50
Language Barrier
Moderate
30
Bad30
Expat Community
Community Size
Medium
Integration Score
65
Good65
Digital Nomad GuideNomad Friendly
100 Mbps
Internet Speed
20
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure80/100
Visa Process60/100
Banking & Finance85/100
Avg Salary
$3,000
Work Hours/Week
40h
Internet Cost
$30/month
Visa Info
Vary depending on nationality
Business Freedom78/100
Expat Life & Integration
Medium Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease65/100
Language BarrierMinimal Barrier
Score: 30/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency50/100
Cultural Diversity40/100
Official Languages
Korean
Tipping Culture
Not common
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, family-oriented
Practical Information
Time Zone
Asia/Seoul
Languages
Korean
Emergency
119
Healthcare System
Universal
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Not common
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, family-oriented
Best Time to Visit
April
May
September
October
Natural Disaster Risk
Low
Visa Requirements
Vary depending on nationality
Key Statistics
1.2M
Population
75
Cost Index
100 Mbps
Internet
$0.8K
1BR Rent
80
Transport
$3K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
—
🥂 Dinner for 2
—
🥪 Fast Food Meal
—
🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
—
🥤 Coke (0.5L)
—
🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
—
🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
—
🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
—
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
—
🐔 Chicken (1kg)
—
🥩 Beef (1kg)
—
🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
—
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
Sungkyunkwan University
Nearby location
Ajou University
Nearby location
Airports
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Nearby location
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Nearby location
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