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Accountant Salary in South Korea

Accountants prepare and analyze financial records, ensuring accuracy and compliance. The South Korea median is $54,099 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$54,099
per year
Monthly (national)
$4,508
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$54,099
Incheon, KR
Hourly (national)
$26.01
varies by city

Accountant salary by city in South Korea

CityPer year
Incheon, KR$54,099
Daegu, KR$54,099
Daejeon, KR$54,099
Gwangju, KR$54,099
Suwon, KR$54,099
Ulsan, KR$54,099
Goyang-si, KR$54,099
Changwon, KR$54,099
Cheongju-si, KR$54,099
Jeonju, KR$54,099
Seoul, KR$41,230
Busan, KR$27,276

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a accountant make in South Korea?
The national median accountant salary in South Korea is about ₩81,220,000 per year (₩6,768,300 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about ₩40,950,000 to ₩81,220,000.
Which South Korea city pays accountants the most?
Incheon, KR pays the most at about ₩81,220,000 per year.
Which South Korea city pays accountants the least?
Among cities we cover, Busan, KR is on the lower end at about ₩40,950,000 per year for a accountant.
What is the typical salary range for a accountant in South Korea?
Across South Korea cities we cover, accountant pay commonly spans from about ₩27,170,000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about ₩112,489,700 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many South Korea cities have accountant salary data?
Pay by Role publishes accountant pay for 12 cities in South Korea, all shown in KRW.
Is accountant in demand in South Korea?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +4% over the next decade. Related finance & business roles on Pay by Role include Financial Analyst, Marketing Manager, Project Manager.