Yeosu City to Invest KRW 439.4 Billion in Life-Cycle Population Policies
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- 2026.04.22 17:03
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Comprehensive Support System from Youth Independence to Marriage, Childbirth, Parenting, and Senior Welfare
Yeosu City announced that it will fully implement life-cycle-based population policies in response to population decline caused by low birth rates, an aging society, and youth outmigration. The total budget is KRW 439.4 billion, comprising KRW 273.9 billion in national funding, KRW 48.8 billion in provincial funding, and KRW 116.7 billion in municipal funding.
This initiative aims to establish an integrated support system spanning all stages of life—from laying the foundation for youth independence to supporting newlyweds, childbirth, childcare, and middle-aged and senior citizens.
□ KRW 11.7 Billion to Support Youth Settlement and Employment
To help young people settle in the region and secure stable employment, the city will provide KRW 11.7 billion. Key initiatives include ▲ 'Youth Worker Long-term Employment Incentive Support', ▲ 'Customized Youth Internship Project', ▲ 'Employed Youth Housing Cost Support', ▲ 'Yeosu-type Youth Rental Housing Support', ▲ 'Youth Monthly Rent Support', ▲ 'Jeonnam Youth Culture and Welfare Card Support' ▲ 'Youth Startup Support', and ▲ 'Customized On-site Consulting for Young Microenterprise Owners'. Through these measures, the city aims to enhance job stability for the youth and invigorate local economic activities.
□ KRW 3.4 Billion to Support Newlyweds’ Housing Stability
To alleviate the financial burden during the early stages of marriage, KRW 3.4 billion will be allocated. The city will strengthen housing stability and provide a solid foundation for new beginnings through programs such as ▲ 'Young Couple Marriage Congratulatory Grant', ▲ 'Housing Support for Newlyweds with Multiple Children', and ▲ 'Jeonse (Deposit) Loan Interest Support for Newlyweds'.
□ KRW 13.8 Billion for Pregnancy and Childbirth Support
To foster a child-friendly environment, KRW 13.8 billion will be invested in the pregnancy and childbirth sector. Major initiatives include ▲ 'Basic Fertility Testing Support', ▲ 'Traditional Korean Medicine Fertility Treatment Support' ▲ 'Fertility Procedure Financial Support', ▲ 'Eco-friendly Agricultural Produce Packages for Couples Undergoing Fertility Treatment', and ▲ 'Pregnancy Congratulatory Grant'. In addition, pregnant women residing in Yeosu as of the application date are eligible to use the city’s paid public parking lots for free. By creating a birth-friendly environment and strengthening healthcare support, the city aims to ease parental burdens and promote the healthy growth of children.
□ KRW 182.4 Billion for Childcare, Parenting, and Multi-Child Family Support
To expand childcare infrastructure and reduce parenting burdens, KRW 182.4 billion will be supported. Key programs include ▲ 'Emergency Weekend Childcare Center Operation', ▲ 'Community Childcare Sharing Center Operation', ▲ 'Child Allowance Support', and ▲ 'Home Childcare Allowance Support'. Notably, multi-child families are granted benefits such as discounted admission to Bonghwangsan Natural Recreation Forest, reduced public parking fees, and discounts on water and sewage charges. Through expanded support for multi-child households and strengthened care systems, the city aims to create a supportive environment where both parents and children are happy.
□ KRW 184.7 Billion for Middle-Aged and Senior Citizens
To ensure a stable retirement and expand opportunities for social participation, KRW 184.7 billion will be invested in programs for middle-aged and senior residents. Citizens aged 65 and older can receive ▲ 'Senior Job and Social Activity Support', ▲ 'Shingles Vaccination', and ▲ 'Hypertension and Diabetes Medical Expense Support'. The city is also promoting projects for middle-aged residents, such as ▲ 'Job Matching Support for the Middle-Aged' and ▲ 'Hope Job Incentive Support for the Middle-Aged'. By strengthening employment, welfare, and care policies, the city will establish a vibrant, age-friendly foundation.
□ KRW 43.4 Billion for Establishing a Citizen Safety Net and Universal Benefits
A total of KRW 43.3 billion will be allocated for universal benefits available to all citizens, including ▲ 'Citizen Safety Insurance', ▲ 'Bicycle and Personal Mobility (PM) Insurance', and ▲ 'Island Resident and Citizen Passenger Ferry Fare Support'. Additionally, a transportation fare support project is being promoted, allowing residents aged 75 and older with a registered address in the city to ride city buses for free 20 times a month.
Yeosu City plans to strengthen tailored support by life stage and sector to more closely support citizens' lives. The city aims to create an environment where marriage, childbirth, and parenting are not burdens but joyful choices—positioning Yeosu as a desirable and happy city to live in.
A city official stated, "Based on a systematic implementation plan, we will enhance the effectiveness of our policies and continuously expand population initiatives that citizens can truly feel." The official added, "Detailed information on application eligibility and periods can be found on the Yeosu City website or in the booklet titled 'Special Benefits of Being a Yeosu Citizen in 2026' available at Eup, Myeon, and Dong community centers."
Yeosu City announced that it will fully implement life-cycle-based population policies in response to population decline caused by low birth rates, an aging society, and youth outmigration. The total budget is KRW 439.4 billion, comprising KRW 273.9 billion in national funding, KRW 48.8 billion in provincial funding, and KRW 116.7 billion in municipal funding.
This initiative aims to establish an integrated support system spanning all stages of life—from laying the foundation for youth independence to supporting newlyweds, childbirth, childcare, and middle-aged and senior citizens.
□ KRW 11.7 Billion to Support Youth Settlement and Employment
To help young people settle in the region and secure stable employment, the city will provide KRW 11.7 billion. Key initiatives include ▲ 'Youth Worker Long-term Employment Incentive Support', ▲ 'Customized Youth Internship Project', ▲ 'Employed Youth Housing Cost Support', ▲ 'Yeosu-type Youth Rental Housing Support', ▲ 'Youth Monthly Rent Support', ▲ 'Jeonnam Youth Culture and Welfare Card Support' ▲ 'Youth Startup Support', and ▲ 'Customized On-site Consulting for Young Microenterprise Owners'. Through these measures, the city aims to enhance job stability for the youth and invigorate local economic activities.
□ KRW 3.4 Billion to Support Newlyweds’ Housing Stability
To alleviate the financial burden during the early stages of marriage, KRW 3.4 billion will be allocated. The city will strengthen housing stability and provide a solid foundation for new beginnings through programs such as ▲ 'Young Couple Marriage Congratulatory Grant', ▲ 'Housing Support for Newlyweds with Multiple Children', and ▲ 'Jeonse (Deposit) Loan Interest Support for Newlyweds'.
□ KRW 13.8 Billion for Pregnancy and Childbirth Support
To foster a child-friendly environment, KRW 13.8 billion will be invested in the pregnancy and childbirth sector. Major initiatives include ▲ 'Basic Fertility Testing Support', ▲ 'Traditional Korean Medicine Fertility Treatment Support' ▲ 'Fertility Procedure Financial Support', ▲ 'Eco-friendly Agricultural Produce Packages for Couples Undergoing Fertility Treatment', and ▲ 'Pregnancy Congratulatory Grant'. In addition, pregnant women residing in Yeosu as of the application date are eligible to use the city’s paid public parking lots for free. By creating a birth-friendly environment and strengthening healthcare support, the city aims to ease parental burdens and promote the healthy growth of children.
□ KRW 182.4 Billion for Childcare, Parenting, and Multi-Child Family Support
To expand childcare infrastructure and reduce parenting burdens, KRW 182.4 billion will be supported. Key programs include ▲ 'Emergency Weekend Childcare Center Operation', ▲ 'Community Childcare Sharing Center Operation', ▲ 'Child Allowance Support', and ▲ 'Home Childcare Allowance Support'. Notably, multi-child families are granted benefits such as discounted admission to Bonghwangsan Natural Recreation Forest, reduced public parking fees, and discounts on water and sewage charges. Through expanded support for multi-child households and strengthened care systems, the city aims to create a supportive environment where both parents and children are happy.
□ KRW 184.7 Billion for Middle-Aged and Senior Citizens
To ensure a stable retirement and expand opportunities for social participation, KRW 184.7 billion will be invested in programs for middle-aged and senior residents. Citizens aged 65 and older can receive ▲ 'Senior Job and Social Activity Support', ▲ 'Shingles Vaccination', and ▲ 'Hypertension and Diabetes Medical Expense Support'. The city is also promoting projects for middle-aged residents, such as ▲ 'Job Matching Support for the Middle-Aged' and ▲ 'Hope Job Incentive Support for the Middle-Aged'. By strengthening employment, welfare, and care policies, the city will establish a vibrant, age-friendly foundation.
□ KRW 43.4 Billion for Establishing a Citizen Safety Net and Universal Benefits
A total of KRW 43.3 billion will be allocated for universal benefits available to all citizens, including ▲ 'Citizen Safety Insurance', ▲ 'Bicycle and Personal Mobility (PM) Insurance', and ▲ 'Island Resident and Citizen Passenger Ferry Fare Support'. Additionally, a transportation fare support project is being promoted, allowing residents aged 75 and older with a registered address in the city to ride city buses for free 20 times a month.
Yeosu City plans to strengthen tailored support by life stage and sector to more closely support citizens' lives. The city aims to create an environment where marriage, childbirth, and parenting are not burdens but joyful choices—positioning Yeosu as a desirable and happy city to live in.
A city official stated, "Based on a systematic implementation plan, we will enhance the effectiveness of our policies and continuously expand population initiatives that citizens can truly feel." The official added, "Detailed information on application eligibility and periods can be found on the Yeosu City website or in the booklet titled 'Special Benefits of Being a Yeosu Citizen in 2026' available at Eup, Myeon, and Dong community centers."
