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Korean Won to US Dollar (KRW to USD)

Last updated: July 16, 2026

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A KRW to USD converter maps South Korean Won to US Dollars. It is heavily tracked by global manufacturing and electronics supply chain investors.

Convert South Korean Won to US Dollars (KRW to USD) with our live currency converter. See the current exchange rate, conversion formula, and reference tables.

Quick Answer

Convert South Korean Won (KRW) to US Dollars (USD) instantly using our live benchmark rates, updated daily from official ECB sources.

Live Currency Conversion

1 KRW = 0.000676 USD

Mid-market reference rate checked on 2026-07-16.

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USD

Rates updated 2026-07-16 (indicative ECB data).

Exchange rates are indicative only and do not constitute financial advice or transaction execution.

Conversion Details

Converted Amount

0.0007 USD

1 KRW = 0.0007 USD

Current Exchange Rate1 USD = 1479.4500 KRW
Conversion FormulaUSD = KRW ÷ 1479.4500
Last Checked Date2026-07-16

KRW to USD Reference Table

Korean Won (KRW)US Dollar (USD)
1 KRW0.0007 USD
5 KRW0.0034 USD
10 KRW0.0068 USD
25 KRW0.0169 USD
100 KRW0.0676 USD
1,000 KRW0.6759 USD

USD to KRW Reference Table

US Dollar (USD)Korean Won (KRW)
1 USD1,479.45 KRW
5 USD7,397.25 KRW
10 USD14,794.50 KRW
25 USD36,986.25 KRW
100 USD147,945.00 KRW
1,000 USD1,479,450.00 KRW
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How it works

To convert between Korean Won and US Dollar, perform the following calculation:

Conversion Formula (USD Base)

1 USD = 1479.4500 KRW

Calculation Method

Divide South Korean Won by the current exchange rate to calculate the equivalent US Dollar value.

Note: This converter uses live benchmark reference rates. Retail rates offered by banks or card issuers will differ slightly due to trade margins.

Korean Won to US Dollar Exchange Rate Details

The South Korean Won (KRW) to US Dollar (USD) exchange rate is highly sensitive to international trade, chip manufacturing demand, and Asian market sentiments. South Korea's export-driven economy makes this rate crucial for global commerce.

How to convert Korean Won to US Dollar

To convert Korean Won (KRW) to US Dollar (USD), divide the amount in KRW by the current exchange rate (which is KRW per single USD).

Amount in USD = Amount in KRW ÷ 1479.4500

Conversely, to convert from USD back to KRW, multiply the dollar amount by the rate:

Amount in KRW = Amount in USD × 1479.4500

Is the KRW to USD rate live?

Yes, this converter tracks live benchmark reference rates sourced dynamically from daily updates. These serve as a great baseline for financial reviews, although currency exchanges, credit card companies, and wire services typically bundle conversion fees into custom retail exchange rates.

Frequently asked questions

Divide the Korean Won amount by the exchange rate (Won per Dollar). For example, if the exchange rate is 1,350, then 100,000 KRW = 100,000 ÷ 1,350 = $74.07 USD.

The Korean Won has relatively low unit values compared to the US Dollar, meaning exchange rates are routinely represented in hundreds or thousands of Won per single dollar.