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Goesan County's 'Walking Allowance' Boosts Local Economy and Resident Satisfaction
Overview of Goesan County's 'Walking Allowance' Project
Goesan County in North Chungcheong Province is implementing the 'Walking to Wealth' project to promote the health of local residents and stimulate the local economy. This program provides an incentive of 500 won for participants who achieve 7,000 steps daily, with a maximum of 10,000 won per month. This financial reward for walking encourages significant participation from residents.
Resident Participation and Local Economic Impact
The 'Walking to Wealth' project has gained popularity through word-of-mouth, attracting over 3,000 local residents each month, and the number of participants continues to grow. Last month alone, a total of 17 million won in incentives was distributed as local currency to residents who met their walking goals. This initiative not only benefits individual health but also contributes significantly to the local economy as the currency is actively spent in local businesses, leading to high satisfaction among residents.
*Source: YouTube: YTN (2026-03-17)*




