Shopping Near Camp Humphreys: Emart & Costco Guide

One of the great things about living near Camp Humphreys is how close you are to major shopping options. Both Emart and Costco are just 10 minutes from the gate. **Emart (이마트)** Emart is Korea's largest hypermarket chain — think a Korean Walmart with great produce, Korean groceries, household goods, clothing, and electronics. - Location: Pyeongtaek branch is the closest to Humphreys - Hours: Usually 10AM–11PM, closed on 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month - Must-buys: Korean snacks, fresh produce, kimchi, rice, ramen, banchan (side dishes) - They also have an in-store food court with cheap and tasty Korean food **Costco (코스트코)** Yes, your US Costco membership works here! The Costco near Humphreys carries many American brands alongside Korean products. - Location: Pyeongtaek Costco is about 10–15 min drive - Hours: 10AM–10PM daily - Must-buys: American snacks, cheese, imported goods, rotisserie chicken - Tip: Go on weekdays — weekends are extremely crowded **Other Nearby Options** - Homeplus: Another large Korean supermarket similar to Emart - Local markets (재래시장): Great for fresh vegetables, fish, and street food at lower prices Having both Emart and Costco nearby makes the transition to living in Korea much easier for American families.