Cost of Living Comparison Between China and China 
| Indices Difference |  |
|---|---|
| Cost of Living in China is 0.0% higher than in China (excluding rent) | |
| Cost of Living Including Rent in China is 0.0% higher than in China | |
| Rent Prices in China are 0.0% higher than in China | |
| Restaurant Prices in China are 0.0% higher than in China | |
| Groceries Prices in China are 0.0% higher than in China | |
| Local Purchasing Power in China is 0.0% higher than in China | |
Restaurants | China Edit |
China Edit | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an Inexpensive Restaurant | ¥20.00 | ¥20.00 | 0.0 % |
| Meal for Two at a Mid-Range Restaurant (Three Courses, Without Drinks) | ¥150.00 | ¥150.00 | 0.0 % |
| Combo Meal at McDonald's (or Equivalent Fast-Food Meal) | ¥35.00 | ¥35.00 | 0.0 % |
| Domestic Draft Beer (1 Pint) | ¥7.00 | ¥7.00 | 0.0 % |
| Imported Beer (12 oz Small Bottle) | ¥15.00 | ¥15.00 | 0.0 % |
| Cappuccino (Regular Size) | ¥20.01 | ¥20.01 | 0.0 % |
| Soft Drink (Coca-Cola or Pepsi, 12 oz Small Bottle) | ¥3.31 | ¥3.31 | 0.0 % |
| Bottled Water (12 oz) | ¥1.96 | ¥1.96 | 0.0 % |
Markets | China Edit |
China Edit | |
| Milk (Regular, 1 Liter) | ¥12.11 | ¥12.11 | 0.0 % |
| Fresh White Bread (1 lb Loaf) | ¥10.28 | ¥10.28 | 0.0 % |
| White Rice (1 lb) | ¥2.94 | ¥2.94 | 0.0 % |
| Eggs (12, Large Size) | ¥10.77 | ¥10.77 | 0.0 % |
| Local Cheese (1 lb) | ¥40.47 | ¥40.47 | 0.0 % |
| Chicken Fillets (1 lb) | ¥10.48 | ¥10.48 | 0.0 % |
| Beef Round or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat (1 lb) | ¥34.46 | ¥34.46 | 0.0 % |
| Apples (1 lb) | ¥5.71 | ¥5.71 | 0.0 % |
| Bananas (1 lb) | ¥3.95 | ¥3.95 | 0.0 % |
| Oranges (1 lb) | ¥4.61 | ¥4.61 | 0.0 % |
| Tomatoes (1 lb) | ¥3.88 | ¥3.88 | 0.0 % |
| Potatoes (1 lb) | ¥2.27 | ¥2.27 | 0.0 % |
| Onions (1 lb) | ¥2.73 | ¥2.73 | 0.0 % |
| Lettuce (1 Head) | ¥4.15 | ¥4.15 | 0.0 % |
| Bottled Water (50 oz) | ¥3.85 | ¥3.85 | 0.0 % |
| Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) | ¥80.00 | ¥80.00 | 0.0 % |
| Domestic Beer (16.9 oz Bottle) | ¥5.86 | ¥5.86 | 0.0 % |
| Imported Beer (12 oz Small Bottle) | ¥11.35 | ¥11.35 | 0.0 % |
| Cigarettes (Pack of 20, Marlboro) | ¥25.00 | ¥25.00 | 0.0 % |
Transportation | China Edit |
China Edit | |
| One-Way Ticket (Local Transport) | ¥2.00 | ¥2.00 | 0.0 % |
| Monthly Public Transport Pass (Regular Price) | ¥150.00 | ¥150.00 | 0.0 % |
| Taxi Start (Standard Tariff) | ¥10.00 | ¥10.00 | 0.0 % |
| Taxi 1 mile (Standard Tariff) | ¥4.02 | ¥4.02 | 0.0 % |
| Taxi 1 Hour Waiting (Standard Tariff) | ¥48.00 | ¥48.00 | 0.0 % |
| Gasoline (1 Liter) | ¥8.10 | ¥8.10 | 0.0 % |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.5 (or Equivalent New Compact Car) | ¥129,900.00 | ¥129,900.00 | 0.0 % |
| Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6 (or Equivalent New Mid-Size Car) | ¥115,015.33 | ¥115,015.33 | 0.0 % |
Utilities (Monthly) | China Edit |
China Edit | |
| Basic Utilities for 915 Square Feet Apartment (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) | ¥363.09 | ¥363.09 | 0.0 % |
| Mobile Phone Plan (Monthly, with Calls and 10GB+ Data) | ¥59.34 | ¥59.34 | 0.0 % |
| Broadband Internet (Unlimited Data, 60 Mbps or Higher) | ¥72.81 | ¥72.81 | 0.0 % |
Sports And Leisure | China Edit |
China Edit | |
| Monthly Fitness Club Membership | ¥272.74 | ¥272.74 | 0.0 % |
| Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend) | ¥98.33 | ¥98.33 | 0.0 % |
| Cinema Ticket (International Release) | ¥45.00 | ¥45.00 | 0.0 % |
Childcare | China Edit |
China Edit | |
| Private Full-Day Preschool or Kindergarten, Monthly Fee per Child | ¥3,050.61 | ¥3,050.61 | 0.0 % |
| International Primary School, Annual Tuition per Child | ¥130,637.78 | ¥130,637.78 | 0.0 % |
Clothing And Shoes | China Edit |
China Edit | |
| Jeans (Levi's 501 or Similar) | ¥297.01 | ¥297.01 | 0.0 % |
| Summer Dress in a Chain Store (e.g. Zara or H&M) | ¥237.19 | ¥237.19 | 0.0 % |
| Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range) | ¥509.82 | ¥509.82 | 0.0 % |
| Men's Leather Business Shoes | ¥519.11 | ¥519.11 | 0.0 % |
Rent Per Month | China Edit |
China Edit | |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre | ¥2,724.40 | ¥2,724.40 | 0.0 % |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre | ¥1,639.59 | ¥1,639.59 | 0.0 % |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre | ¥6,061.21 | ¥6,061.21 | 0.0 % |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre | ¥3,302.37 | ¥3,302.37 | 0.0 % |
Buy Apartment Price | China Edit |
China Edit | |
| Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment in City Centre | ¥3,113.10 | ¥3,113.10 | 0.0 % |
| Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre | ¥1,550.96 | ¥1,550.96 | 0.0 % |
Salaries And Financing | China Edit |
China Edit | |
| Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | ¥7,249.03 | ¥7,249.03 | 0.0 % |
| Annual Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed, in %) | 3.48 | 3.48 | 0.0 % |
| Last update: | 15 June 2026 | 15 June 2026 | |
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