Moving to Denmark from South Korea
What to Expect
Considering a move from South Korea to Denmark? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.
If you moved from South Korea to Denmark, you would find that Denmark is 79.7% more expensive than South Korea overall. A ₩113,867,250 salary in South Korea would need to be roughly DKK740,875 in Denmark to maintain the same lifestyle, and you’d need to navigate life in Danish. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Copenhagen averages 52°F vs 63°F in Seoul, making it significantly cooler.
How Far Will Your Money Go?
A breakdown of how everyday costs differ between South Korea and Denmark.
What does your salary buy?
₩113,867,250 → DKK740,875
To maintain the same standard of living in Denmark
Calculate with your salary →How key spending categories compare
Restaurants
pay 3.0 times more
Groceries
pay 0.9% less
Transportation
pay 2.2 times more
Housing
pay 90.7% more
Childcare
pay 2.7% more
Entertainment and Sports
pay 2.0 times more
Data: MyLifeElsewhere's crowdsourced cost of living database, with prices submitted and updated by users worldwide. Exchange rates are refreshed regularly from public sources.
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Who Else Is Making This Move?
What the data shows about people moving from South Korea to Denmark.
people moved from South Korea to Denmark · OECD (latest data available)
Key Indicator Comparison
The numbers behind daily life in Denmark compared to South Korea.
Is it safe?
per 100,000 people per year
per 100,000 people per year
South Korea generally does better on safety, though Denmark leads in road traffic deaths.
How's the healthcare?
annual government + private spending per person
affects wait times and access to care
WHO index from 0–100 measuring essential service access
per 100,000 people — a proxy for mental health support
South Korea generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Denmark leads in doctors per 10,000 people.
What about the environment?
deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people
tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year
Denmark performs significantly better than South Korea across all environment metrics.
Will I have good infrastructure?
fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work
higher means greater strain on freshwater supply
annual consumption — reflects grid capacity
South Korea generally does better on infrastructure, though Denmark leads in water stress level.
What are the job prospects?
percentage of the labour force without work
a broad measure of economic output per person
the highest marginal rate on personal income
South Korea generally does better on employment & economy, though Denmark leads in gdp per capita.
Is it good for families?
average years of life at birth
deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better
government spending on education as % of GDP
South Korea generally does better on family life, though Denmark leads in education spending.
Data: National Tax Service, South Korea, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank
What's the Climate Like?
Monthly averages — select a city to compare.
Avg. annual high / low
Avg. annual high / low
| Months | Seoul | Copenhagen |
|---|---|---|
| Jan–Mar | 43°/28°F (6°/-2°C) | 38°/29°F (3°/-2°C) |
| Apr–Jun | 73°/56°F (23°/13°C) | 58°/44°F (15°/7°C) |
| Jul–Sep | 83°/70°F (28°/21°C) | 66°/53°F (19°/12°C) |
| Oct–Dec | 54°/38°F (12°/4°C) | 46°/37°F (8°/3°C) |
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| Month | Seoul | Copenhagen |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 36°/22°F (2.1°/-5.5°C) | 36°/28°F (2.0°/-2.0°C) |
| Feb | 41°/26°F (5.1°/-3.2°C) | 36°/28°F (2.0°/-2.0°C) |
| Mar | 52°/35°F (11.0°/1.9°C) | 41°/30°F (5.0°/-1.0°C) |
| Apr | 64°/46°F (17.9°/8.0°C) | 50°/36°F (10.0°/2.0°C) |
| May | 74°/56°F (23.6°/13.5°C) | 59°/45°F (15.0°/7.0°C) |
| Jun | 82°/66°F (27.6°/18.7°C) | 66°/52°F (19.0°/11.0°C) |
| Jul | 84°/72°F (29.0°/22.3°C) | 68°/55°F (20.0°/13.0°C) |
| Aug | 86°/73°F (30.0°/22.9°C) | 68°/55°F (20.0°/13.0°C) |
| Sep | 79°/64°F (26.2°/17.7°C) | 63°/50°F (17.0°/10.0°C) |
| Oct | 68°/51°F (20.2°/10.6°C) | 54°/45°F (12.0°/7.0°C) |
| Nov | 53°/38°F (11.9°/3.5°C) | 45°/37°F (7.0°/3.0°C) |
| Dec | 40°/26°F (4.2°/-3.4°C) | 39°/30°F (4.0°/-1.0°C) |
Data:
Korea Meteorological Administration,
Danish Meteorological Institute
Visitor Visa Requirements
Short-stay tourist visa rules between South Korea and Denmark. To live, work, or study long-term in Denmark, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Denmark's immigration authority.
South Korea passport holder visiting Denmark
Visa Free
Denmark passport holder visiting South Korea
Visa FreeData: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it cheaper to live in Denmark than South Korea?
On average Denmark is around 53% pricier than South Korea, with notable variation by city.
How much money do I need to move to Denmark?
Budget about DKK185,219 for 3 months in Denmark (based on a ₩113,867,250 comparable annual salary), then add the one-off costs: flights, shipping, rental deposit, visa fees.
Can I work remotely from Denmark?
Connectivity is usually fine (Denmark: 45.0 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Denmark offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?
Is Denmark safe for expats?
South Korea generally does better on safety, though Denmark leads in road traffic deaths. The homicide rate in Denmark is 1.0 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.5 in South Korea.
How is healthcare in Denmark compared to South Korea?
South Korea generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Denmark leads in doctors per 10,000 people. There are 43.8 doctors per 10,000 people in Denmark, compared to 25.2 in South Korea. Denmark scores 82 on the WHO universal health coverage index (South Korea: 89).
What's the weather like in Denmark compared to South Korea?
The average high temperature in Copenhagen is 52°F, compared to 63°F in Seoul. Copenhagen receives around 20.7 in of rainfall per year, while Seoul gets 55.8 in.
What language do they speak in Denmark?
The official language in Denmark is Danish. In South Korea, the official language is Korean.
