Beijing, China
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)

$1051

Retiree Score

0.0

Safety Index

76.0

Healthcare

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With over 21.8 million residents, Beijing is a sprawling megacity where modern ambition clashes with traditional ways. The capital boasts world-class universities, Fortune 500 headquarters, and cutting-edge technology - but also crippling air pollution and heavy bureaucracy. Winters are bitterly cold, with temperatures plummeting below freezing, while summer brings stifling heat and sandstorms. While Beijing offers unparalleled career opportunities and cultural riches, the city's intensity and challenges make it best suited for the most driven and resilient.

Can I afford Beijing?

Total Monthly Household Income (After Tax):

Lifestyle: comfortable

You could save

$1930 / month

Savings Rate64%

Rent $550

Living Costs $520

Safety

Healthcare

Walkability

Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L)$2

Bread (loaf)—

Eggs (12)$2

Rice (1kg)—

Chicken (1kg)—

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive)$4

Meal (Mid-range)$82

Cappuccino$3

Water (0.33L)—

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo)$54

Mobile Plan (mo)$9

Gym (mo)$58

Cinema Ticket$8

Housing

1BR Center (mo)$550

1BR Outside (mo)—

3BR Center (mo)$1171

3BR Outside (mo)—

Expat Life

English Proficiency

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Expat Community

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Top Neighborhoods

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Elevation

47m

Nearest Airport

PEK (25km)

Local Economy

Avg Monthly Salary

$1579

Mortgage Interest Rate

3.38%

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet

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Temperature

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Annual Rainfall

641 mm

Coworking Spaces

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Best Months to Visit

May, Jun, Jul, Aug