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Dalian, China — Complete City Guide (2026)

Dalian, Liaoning · Updated April 2026

7.4M
Population
#17
China city rank
$120B
GDP (USD)
$1,000
Avg salary/mo

About Dalian

Dalian is a coastal port city located in Liaoning, China. With a population of approximately 7.4 million, it ranks among China's top 17 largest cities. The city covers 12574 km² and operates in the CST (UTC+8) timezone.

Key Facts

FactDetail
Province / RegionLiaoning
Population7.4 million
Area12574 km²
Main languageMandarin / Northeast dialect
TimezoneCST (UTC+8)
Main airportDalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)
Best month to visitJune–September
Summer temperature26°C avg
Winter temperature-2°C avg
Expat population15,000

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Living & Working in Dalian

The average monthly salary in Dalian is approximately $$1,000 USD. Dalian is considered a tier-2 city offering a good balance of salary and cost of living. Many expats choose Dalian for its growing international community and strong job market.

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