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Cost of Living in China
Last updated on Mar 10, 2024
Summary: The cost of living in China varies greatly depending on the city and the lifestyle of the individual. Generally speaking, a nice 1 bedroom apartment in China can cost anywhere from $500 to $1,500 per month, while a nice 2 bedroom apartment can cost anywhere from $800 to $2,500 per month. The cost of dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in China can range from $10 to $30 per person.
Is the cost of living in China high?
We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in China, they wrote:
"It does not take much but unless you marry a Chinese citizen you can only stay here for one year and then you have to leave and get a new visa. In order to get a new visa you have to go back to you home country. And, there is no guarantee China will give you a new visa. No reason they won't either," said one expat in Nanning, Guangxi Provence.
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About the Author
Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
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- Members Talk about Healthcare & Health Insurance in China
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- Educational System in China
- 10 Things to Know Before Moving to China
- How to Buy a Home in China
- Pros and Cons of Living in China
- 2024 Guide to Living in China
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