Cost of Living in Guangzhou, China
China · East Asia
Monthly budget from $878 — full breakdown for 2026.
Budget
$878
/mo
Standard
$1,720
/mo
Comfort
$3,585
/mo
Monthly cost breakdown
| Housing | Food | Transport | Leisure | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | $480 | $240 | $58 | $100 | $878/mo |
| Standard | $950 | $440 | $115 | $215 | $1,720/mo |
| Comfort | $2,100 | $760 | $225 | $500 | $3,585/mo |
Data: World Bank, IMF, OECD. Updated daily.
About this city
China's trade and Cantonese food capital with dim sum culture and proximity to Hong Kong
Internet: 88 Mbps
Safety: 4.2/5
Nomad score: 3.5/5