Big Mac Price in North Korea2026
As of May 2026, a Big Mac in North Korea costs 0 () — about $0.00 at 0.0000 per USD. That's 0.0% cheaper than the US baseline ($6.12).
The numbers at a glance
| Local price | 0 |
|---|---|
| USD price | $0.00 |
| Exchange rate | 0.0000 per USD |
| vs USA baseline ($6.12) | 0.0% |
| Global rank | #60 of 76 |
| Region | Asia |
| Currency | () |
| Source | Britannica — Juche framework |
What this means in plain English
The Big Mac Index suggests the is currently undervalued against the US dollar by roughly 0.0%. In practice, that means a US visitor walking into a McDonald's in North Korea will find their dollar stretches further than at home.
But the Big Mac Index is a starting point, not a verdict. Local wages, taxes, real-estate costs, and McDonald's own brand positioning all shape the local menu price. For a fuller discussion, see why PPP theory has its limits.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Big Mac cost in North Korea in 2026?
As of May 2026, a Big Mac in North Korea costs 0 (), which converts to approximately $0.00 at the current exchange rate of 0.0000 per USD. Source: editorial-team.
Is a Big Mac more expensive in North Korea than in the USA?
A Big Mac in North Korea ($0.00) is 0.0% cheaper than the USA price of $6.12. By the Big Mac Index, this suggests the is undervalued against the US dollar by roughly 0.0%.
What does the Big Mac Index suggest about the ?
The Big Mac Index treats the USA price as the baseline. A 0.0% discount in North Korea implies the is currently weaker than purchasing power parity (PPP) theory would predict. Real-world causes typically include wage differences, taxes, local-input costs, and brand positioning — not just exchange rates.
Why is a Big Mac cheaper in North Korea?
Several factors keep North Korea's Big Mac below the USA price: lower local wages, cheaper supply chains, smaller real estate costs, or McDonald's pricing strategy to match local incomes. The Big Mac Index is a useful starting point, but it does not isolate any single cause. See the limits of the Big Mac Index for a fuller discussion.
How often is this data updated?
Big Mac local prices for North Korea come from editorial-team and are reviewed against new releases. Exchange rates on this page update with live FX data. The page was last reviewed on May 2026.
Dig deeper
- See all 76 countries on the interactive map
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- Limits of the Big Mac Index
- How I get this data (methodology)
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