Cost of Living Your Complete Guide to Living Expenses in Beijing
Living Costs at a Glance
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Housing
$950 - $1,650
Monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartment in city center
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Food
$200 - $400
Monthly groceries for one person
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Transport
$25 - $55
Monthly public transportation costs
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Salary
$1,400 - $2,100
Average monthly salary (before tax)
* All prices are in USD and are approximate values. Costs may vary based on location and season.
Last updated: October 2024
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π Housing
Rent (1-bedroom apartment)$1,100/monthly
Utilities$70/monthly
Internet$20/monthly
πFood
Groceries$280/monthly
Dining Out$210/monthly
πTransportation
Public Transport$40/monthly
Taxi/Ride-sharing$70/monthly
πEntertainment
Gym Membership$40/monthly
Entertainment & Leisure$140/monthly
Monthly Total$1,970
* All amounts are in USD and are approximate values. Actual costs may vary based on location and season.
Cost of Living Comparison
Cost Comparison Chart
π Housing
1 Bedroom Apartment (City Center)
$1,100β$3,500+218%
Utilities
$70β$150+114%
πFood
Monthly Groceries
$280β$600+114%
Restaurant Meal
$12β$25+108%
Overall Cost Index
100vs187+87%
* All amounts are in USD and are approximate values. Actual costs may vary based on location and season.