5,000 KPW to KRW5,000 North Korean Won = 7,633.35 South Korean Won
🏳️ 5,000 North Korean Won (KPW5,000) is worth 🇰🇷 7,633.35 South Korean Won (₩7,633.35) at the current exchange rate of 1 KPW = 1.5267 KRW. Rates were last updated Sep 22, 2026, 12:00 AM UTC.
Over the last 30 days, the KPW to KRW rate fell 0.60% (high 1.5394 on September 18, 2026, low 1.487 on September 9, 2026, average 1.5163). Over the last 90 days, the KPW to KRW rate fell 11.12% (high 1.7259 on July 2, 2026, low 1.487 on September 9, 2026, average 1.5864).
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Convert 5,000 North Korean Won to South Korean Won
1 KPW = ₩1.5267 KRW
1 KRW = KPW0.655 KPW
- 30-day change
- -0.60%
- 90-day high
- 1.7259
- 90-day low
- 1.487
Last updated: Sep 22, 2026, 12:00 AM UTC
Convert North Korean Won to South Korean Won
| KPW | KRW |
|---|---|
| KPW1 KPW | ₩1.5267 KRW |
| KPW5 KPW | ₩7.6333 KRW |
| KPW10 KPW | ₩15.2667 KRW |
| KPW25 KPW | ₩38.1667 KRW |
| KPW50 KPW | ₩76.3335 KRW |
| KPW100 KPW | ₩152.6669 KRW |
| KPW500 KPW | ₩763.3347 KRW |
| KPW1,000 KPW | ₩1,526.67 KRW |
| KPW5,000 KPW | ₩7,633.35 KRW |
| KPW10,000 KPW | ₩15,266.69 KRW |
Convert South Korean Won to North Korean Won
| KRW | KPW |
|---|---|
| ₩1 KRW | KPW0.655 KPW |
| ₩5 KRW | KPW3.2751 KPW |
| ₩10 KRW | KPW6.5502 KPW |
| ₩25 KRW | KPW16.3755 KPW |
| ₩50 KRW | KPW32.751 KPW |
| ₩100 KRW | KPW65.5021 KPW |
| ₩500 KRW | KPW327.5103 KPW |
| ₩1,000 KRW | KPW655.0207 KPW |
| ₩5,000 KRW | KPW3,275.10 KPW |
| ₩10,000 KRW | KPW6,550.21 KPW |
KPW to KRW exchange rate history
KPW to KRW – last 90 days
KPW to KRW – last 12 months
KPW to KRW exchange rate history
Over the last 90 days, the North Korean Won traded between 1.487 and 1.7259 South Korean Won, averaging 1.5864. The KPW/KRW rate is down 11.12% over that period.
Over the last 12 months, the highest KPW to KRW rate was 1.7259 (July 2, 2026) and the lowest was 1.487 (September 9, 2026). The rate is down 2.57% year on year, meaning the North Korean Won has lost value against the South Korean Won.
| Date | 1 KPW in KRW | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 21, 2026 | 1.5377 | +0.67% |
| August 31, 2026 | 1.5275 | -7.24% |
| July 20, 2026 | 1.6467 | -4.03% |
| June 29, 2026 | 1.7159 | +1.55% |
| May 24, 2026 | 1.6897 | +2.50% |
| April 24, 2026 | 1.6485 | -0.78% |
| March 25, 2026 | 1.6615 | +3.56% |
| February 23, 2026 | 1.6043 | -0.21% |
| January 24, 2026 | 1.6077 | +0.01% |
| December 25, 2025 | 1.6076 | -1.79% |
| November 25, 2025 | 1.6368 | +2.47% |
| October 26, 2025 | 1.5974 | +1.94% |
| September 26, 2025 | 1.567 | – |
Historical figures use daily reference rates: sampled every three days for the 90-day view and monthly for the 12-month view, plus today's live rate.
The North Korean Won (KPW) is traded against the South Korean Won and other world currencies. See the KPW page for its live rates against major currencies.
More about KPW →The South Korean Won is the official currency of South Korea, issued under the oversight of the Bank of Korea. It has been in use since 1962 and is divided into 100 Jeon (not used).
South Korea is a leading global economy and technology hub. The won is important for Asian trade, particularly in electronics, automobiles, and semiconductors.
More about KRW →How to convert North Korean Won to South Korean Won
- Enter the amount of KPW you want to convert in the “Amount” box.
- Check that KPW is selected as the source and KRW as the target (use the swap button to reverse them).
- See the KRW value update instantly, or press Convert to open a shareable page for that exact amount.
Frequently asked questions about KPW to KRW
How much is 1 North Korean Won in South Korean Won?
As of September 22, 2026, 1 North Korean Won (KPW) = 1.5267 South Korean Won (KRW). The rate comes from the mid-market reference rate and is refreshed hourly.
How much is 100 North Korean Won in South Korean Won?
As of September 22, 2026, 100 KPW is equal to 152.6669 KRW, based on a rate of 1.5267 KRW per KPW.
How much is 1 South Korean Won in North Korean Won?
As of September 22, 2026, 1 South Korean Won (KRW) = 0.655 North Korean Won (KPW).
What has the KPW to KRW exchange rate done recently?
Over the last 30 days the KPW/KRW rate changed by -0.60%, ranging from 1.487 to 1.5394. Over the last 90 days it ranged from 1.487 to 1.7259 and changed by -11.12%.
Which is stronger, the North Korean Won or the South Korean Won?
The North Korean Won is currently worth more per unit than the South Korean Won: 1 KPW = 1.5267 KRW, and 1 KRW = 0.655 KPW. A higher number per unit does not by itself mean a stronger economy; it also reflects how each currency is denominated.
When is the best time to convert KPW to KRW?
Currencies trade 24 hours a day from Monday morning in Sydney to Friday evening in New York, and rates move by the minute while markets are open. Liquidity is usually highest around 1–4 PM GMT, when the London and New York sessions overlap. Watching the 90-day range above helps you judge whether today's rate is high or low compared with recent weeks.
Is this the rate I will get at a bank or exchange service?
No. The figures on this page are mid-market reference rates used for information. Banks, cash exchanges and money-transfer services add a margin or fee, so the amount you actually receive is usually a little lower than the converted amount shown here.