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South Korea vs Indonesia Inflation
South Korea moved above Indonesia in 1970. In 1960 Indonesia stood at roughly 497% of Korea, Rep.’s Inflation; today the figure is about 90%, and the pair was closest in 1991 (101%).
| Year | South Korea | Indonesia | Indonesia as % of South Korea |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 7.97% | 39.59% | 497% |
| 1970 | 15.95% | 12.4% | 78% |
| 1980 | 28.7% | 18.04% | 63% |
| 1990 | 8.57% | 7.82% | 91% |
| 2000 | 2.26% | 3.69% | 163% |
| 2010 | 2.94% | 5.13% | 175% |
| 2020 | 0.54% | 1.92% | 357% |
| 2025 | 2.12% | 1.91% | 90% |
Frequently asked questions
When did South Korea move above Indonesia in Inflation?
In 1970. South Korea’s published Inflation rose above Indonesia’s that year.
How do Korea, Rep. and Indonesia compare today?
South Korea is ahead: 2.12% against 1.91% — the trailing economy stands at about 90% 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: