Busan
South Korea · Asia · 3.4M people
South Korea's second city, coastal and cheaper than Seoul.
seaaffordable
Ranked #17 of 123 overall · 35.18, 129.08
Full scorecard
Cost of living7.0
Safety8.0
Environment & air quality6.0
Public transport8.0
Climate6.0
Healthcare8.0
Internet & connectivity9.0
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