Hong Kong (China)
Cost of Living in Hong Kong
Monthly Total
$3,287
$57,523
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,908
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$46
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
$1,908
$33,390
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$227
$3,973
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$191
$3,343
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$96
$1,680
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$300
$5,250
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$280
$4,900
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$256
$4,480
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$29
$508
Monthly Total
$3,287
$57,523
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