Will I save money living in Beijing?

"Generally speaking, living in Beijing can be less expensive than living in the United States due to lower prices for basic necessities like housing, utilities and food. In addition, transportation costs, particularly the use of public transportation, can also be much lower, providing further savings for residents. Of course, it is important to evaluate the costs on an individual basis in order to get the most accurate comparisons," mentioned another expat when asked about moving to Beijing, China, China.