China
Live cost-of-living data across 1 city in China — average cost index 25/100 (New York = 100), ranging from 25 to 25. Sourced by AI, refreshed regularly.
Cost of living by city in China
Ranked cheapest first. Cost index anchored to New York = 100.
Frequently asked questions
Is China cheap to live in?
Across 1 cities in China, the average cost-of-living index is 25 (New York = 100) — from 25 in Beijing to 25 in Beijing. It's meaningfully cheaper than the US and Western Europe.
What is the cheapest city in China?
Beijing is the most affordable city we track in China, with a cost-of-living index of 25 (New York = 100) and a 1-bedroom city-center rent around $1,055/month.
How much does it cost to live in China per month?
A single person can live comfortably in the cheaper cities of China for roughly $500–$700/month. Costs scale up toward Beijing. See the full city-by-city breakdown above.
Compare Beijing with anywhere
Dig into any China city, or see where your salary stretches furthest worldwide.