Cost of Living in Hong Kong
Last updated on Mar 01, 2024
Summary: The cost of living in Hong Kong is generally high. A nice 1 bedroom apartment can cost anywhere from $2,000 to $4,000 USD per month, while a nice 2 bedroom apartment can cost anywhere from $3,000 to $6,000 USD per month. Dinner at a moderately priced restaurant can cost around $20 USD per person.
Is the cost of living in Hong Kong high?
We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in Hong Kong, they wrote:
"The cost of living in Hong Kong is generally high, with rent and food prices being particularly expensive. Transportation is relatively affordable, however, and there are plenty of options for entertainment and leisure activities. Overall, the cost of living in Hong Kong is higher than in many other cities around the world," wrote a person living in Hong Kong.
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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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