China
Cost of Living in Hangzhou
Monthly Total
$1,046
$18,305
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$375
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$22
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
$375
$6,563
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$59
$1,033
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$103
$1,803
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
$206
$3,605
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$109
$1,908
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$26
$455
Monthly Total
$1,046
$18,305
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