Cost of Living in Beijing, China
China · East Asia
Monthly budget from $910 — full breakdown for 2026.
Budget
$910
/mo
Standard
$1,790
/mo
Comfort
$3,680
/mo
Monthly cost breakdown
| Housing | Food | Transport | Leisure | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | $500 | $250 | $60 | $100 | $910/mo |
| Standard | $1,000 | $450 | $120 | $220 | $1,790/mo |
| Comfort | $2,200 | $750 | $230 | $500 | $3,680/mo |
Data: World Bank, IMF, OECD. Updated daily.
About this city
Ancient capital with the Great Wall, Forbidden City, and vast cultural heritage
Internet: 80 Mbps
Safety: 4.2/5
Nomad score: 3.5/5