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Germany vs South Korea Inflation
Germany moved above South Korea in 1973. In 1960 South Korea stood at roughly 518% of Germany’s Inflation; today the figure is about 98%.
| Year | Germany | South Korea | South Korea as % of Germany |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 1.54% | 7.97% | 518% |
| 1970 | 3.45% | 15.95% | 462% |
| 1980 | 5.44% | 28.7% | 527% |
| 1990 | 2.7% | 8.57% | 318% |
| 2000 | 1.44% | 2.26% | 157% |
| 2010 | 1.1% | 2.94% | 266% |
| 2020 | 0.14% | 0.54% | 371% |
| 2025 | 2.17% | 2.12% | 98% |
Frequently asked questions
When did Germany move above South Korea in Inflation?
In 1973. Germany’s published Inflation rose above South Korea’s that year.
How do Germany and Korea, Rep. compare today?
Germany is ahead: 2.17% against 2.12% — the trailing economy stands at about 98% of the leader.
Are these Inflation figures nominal or adjusted?
The series is a share expressed in annual %, exactly as the World Bank publishes it; movements are percentage points, not percent.
Full series
Every published year for both economies, with charts, downloads and citations: