China Salary Guide (2026)

Average salaries by city, industry, and job title. Updated April 2026.

$1300

Avg monthly — Shanghai

$1274

Avg monthly — Beijing

$1235

Avg monthly — Shenzhen

$1066

Avg monthly — Guangzhou

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