January weddings cheapest in Korea, saving couples more than $2,300
Couples who held their weddings in January spent an average of just over 19 million won (about $13,700), more than 3 million won (about $2,300) less than those who married during the peak season in April, according to a recent survey. The Korea Consumer Agency analyzed monthly wedding service contract prices across 14 regions nationwide from April last year through June this year. The average…
A recent survey has revealed that couples in South Korea who choose to get married in January can save a significant amount of money compared to those who opt for weddings during the peak season in April. According to the Korea Consumer Agency, the average cost of a wedding in January is approximately 19.13 million won, or about $13,700, which is over 3 million won, or $2,300, cheaper than the average April wedding of 22.38 million won, or $16,000.
This January average is also 2.02 million won, or $1,400, more affordable than the peak season average of 21.56 million won, or $15,400, recorded between March and December. The findings show that wedding venue costs also fluctuate greatly depending on the season, with the median venue cost reaching a peak of 16.1 million won, or $11,500, during the pricey April weddings.
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