ChinaDataGuide

Cost of Living in Beijing, China (2026)

Updated April 2026 · Source: Numbeo, local surveys

$2.46
Cheap meal
$546.0
1BR rent (outside centre)
$23.25
Monthly transport pass
$1143.0
Avg monthly salary

Food & Restaurants

ItemCost (USD)
Meal at inexpensive restaurant$2.46
Meal for 2 at mid-range restaurant$24.23
Milk (1 litre)$1.64
Bread (500g)$1.18
Eggs (12)$2.49
Rice (1kg)$0.79
Chicken (1kg)$3.49

Rent & Housing

PropertyMonthly Cost (USD)
1-bedroom apartment (city centre)$861.0
1-bedroom apartment (outside centre)$546.0
3-bedroom apartment (city centre)$1888.0

Transport & Utilities

ItemCost (USD)
Monthly transport pass$23.25
Taxi per km$0.38
Utilities (electricity, water, gas)$77.52
Internet (60 Mbps+)$18.78
Fitness club membership$29.95
Sponsored Link