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Sokcho-si
City in Gangwon, South Korea
Overview
Sokcho-si, set on South Korea's northeast coast in Gangwon Province, is a charming seaside city known for its beautiful beaches, fresh seafood, and its proximity to Seoraksan National Park. The city combines natural wonders, lively markets, and tranquil lake scenery, making it a favorite for nature lovers and foodies alike.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
South Korea
Special Self Governing Province
Gangwon
Population
—
Time Zone
Asia/Seoul
Coordinates
38.21°, 128.59°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
83
Female Safety
73
LGBTQ+ Safety
50
Traffic Safety
76
Food Safety
94
Monthly Cost
$1,282
Local Cost
$640
Local Income
$1,700
Cashless
85
English
43
Temperature
11.8°C
Summer Avg
22.2°C
Winter Avg
0.5°C
Record High
33.5°C
Record Low
-15.7°C
Humidity
76%
Precipitation
1426 mm
Internet Speed
295 Mbps
Upload
149 Mbps
Latency
23 ms
City Vibrancy
28
Coworking
0
Cafes
23
Nightlife
1
Parks
4
Transport
3
Walk Score
3
Footways
5.0
Airport
YNY
Distance
18 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-21.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 6 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-10.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 67/100.
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