🇨🇳 Cost of Living in Beijing
How much you'll actually spend — not what travel blogs tell you
Monthly budget · Single · city center
$1,304/mo
Just you and your questionable life decisions
The real monthly damage
Rent — the biggest line item
Source: Numbeo. Prices in USD unless toggled.
Grocery prices — the supermarket reality check
Eating out — because you won't cook every night
Getting around — or trying to
30-day trial run
What a month-long scouting trip costs before you commit to anything permanent.
Beijing vs. similar cities
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to live in Beijing?▼
A single person can expect to spend about $1,304/month in Beijing, including rent in the city center, groceries, transport, and utilities. Couples need roughly $1,481/month.
What is the average salary in Beijing?▼
The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Beijing is about $1,558, according to Numbeo data.
Is Beijing expensive compared to other cities?▼
Compared to similar cities: Haifa ($2,257/mo), Bali ($1,284/mo), Shanghai ($1,146/mo), Seoul ($1,385/mo), Tokyo ($1,893/mo). Beijing comes in at $1,304/mo for a single person.
Cost data sourced from Numbeo. Updated periodically.