🇮🇳 Mumbai vs 🇰🇷 Seoul
Cost of living comparison · 2026
🇮🇳
Mumbai
India
$1,477–$2,338/mo
₹123,083 – ₹194,833 / month (local)
🇰🇷
Seoul
South Korea
$2,400–$3,800/mo
₩3,200,000 – ₩5,066,667 / month (local)
Seoul is 63% more expensive
Mumbai wins on affordability
Cost breakdown
| Category | Mumbai (USD) | Seoul (USD) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (1-bed, city center) | $1,108–$1,723 | $1,800–$2,800 | 🟢 Mumbai |
| Rent (1-bed, outside center) | $585–$923 | $950–$1,500 | 🟢 Mumbai |
| Utilities | $46–$89 | $75–$145 | 🟢 Mumbai |
| Groceries | $234–$351 | $380–$570 | 🟢 Mumbai |
| Eating out (mid-range meal) | $31–$55 | $50–$90 | 🟢 Mumbai |
| Public transport (monthly) | $58–$71 | $95–$115 | 🟢 Mumbai |
| Internet & Mobile | $18–$31 | $30–$50 | 🟢 Mumbai |
| Gym membership | $22–$40 | $35–$65 | 🟢 Mumbai |
| Cinema ticket | $9–$11 | $14–$18 | 🟢 Mumbai |
| Monthly total (single) | $1,477–$2,338 | $2,400–$3,800 | 🟢 Mumbai |
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Quality of life comparison
Housing7.1 / 10 · 4.3 / 10
Mumbai▲ better
Seoul
Safety9.1 / 10 · 8.3 / 10
Mumbai▲ better
Seoul
Healthcare9.1 / 10 · 8.3 / 10
Mumbai▲ better
Seoul
Education8.7 / 10 · 7.9 / 10
Mumbai▲ better
Seoul
Environment9.5 / 10 · 8.7 / 10
Mumbai▲ better
Seoul
Economy7.8 / 10 · 7.0 / 10
Mumbai▲ better
Seoul
Culture8.4 / 10 · 7.6 / 10
Mumbai▲ better
Seoul
Internet8.8 / 10 · 8.0 / 10
Mumbai▲ better
Seoul
Who should choose which city?
Choose Mumbai if…
- ✓You want lower typical monthly costs than Seoul
- ✓Bollywood
- ✓Finance
- ✓Energy
- ✓Entertainment
Choose Seoul if…
- ✓You're happy to pay more for what Seoul offers vs Mumbai
- ✓Internet speed
- ✓Food
- ✓Healthcare
- ✓Tech
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