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Cost of living
in Shenzhen.

Living in Shenzhen, China costs about $1,900/month all-in for one person, and roughly $4,370/month for a family of four. That is cheaper than 43% of the 310 cities we track, and about 51% below New York.

Last updated August 2026 · How we calculate this

Single person, all-in $1,900/mo
Rent (studio)$855
Food & groceries$418
Utilities & internet$190
Transport$152
Fun & everything else$285
Family of four$4,370/mo
How it ranks

Cheaper than 43% of the 310 cities we track.

About 51% cheaper than New York.

Population 17.5M
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Figures are average all-in monthly costs for one person, in USD — estimates for guidance, not a personal budget. The breakdown is a typical split of the total. Convert to your currency →

Living in Shenzhen — FAQ

How much does it cost to live in Shenzhen?

A single person needs roughly $1,900/month all-in in Shenzhen, China — rent, food, transport and utilities. A family of four runs closer to $4,370/month.

Is Shenzhen expensive?

Shenzhen is cheaper than 43% of the 310 cities we track, and about 51% cheaper than New York.

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🇵🇹 Lisbon $1,900🇪🇸 Palma $1,900🇮🇹 Turin $1,900🇮🇹 Genoa $1,900🇯🇵 Kyoto $1,900🇨🇳 Beijing $1,900🇨🇦 Quebec City $1,900🇨🇦 Winnipeg $1,900

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🇨🇳 Chengdu $1,400🇨🇳 Guangzhou $1,600🇨🇳 Beijing $1,900🇨🇳 Shanghai $2,000