China
Cost of Living in Beijing
Monthly Total
$1,322
$23,135
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$630
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$23
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$630
$11,025
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$60
$1,050
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$101
$1,768
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$48
$840
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$120
$2,100
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$213
$3,728
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$126
$2,205
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$24
$420
Monthly Total
$1,322
$23,135
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