Cost of Living in Beijing, China

Cost of Living in Beijing

Last updated on Mar 02, 2023

Summary: The cost of living in Beijing, China is generally considered to be quite high. A nice 1 bedroom apartment in Beijing 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 Beijing can range from $10 to $30 per person.

Is the cost of living in Beijing high?

We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in Beijing, they wrote:

"The cost of living in Beijing is generally slightly higher than other cities in China, mainly due to the high cost of living in the city center. Eating out and transportation are generally more expensive in Beijing than in other parts of China, although basic groceries can still be found at low prices. Housing expenses are generally lower than in other major cities around the world, although there are some areas of the city where costs are quite high. Non-essential expenses, such as clothing and entertainment, can be expensive in Beijing, but overall it is possible to survive on a relatively low budget," explained one expat living in Beijing, China.

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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.

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