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Cost of Living
Qingdao, China π¨π³
#42
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Nomad Score:
57%
Cost Breakdown
Category | Notes | |
---|---|---|
π Housing |
$350.00
$900.00
$45.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals |
π Utilities |
$50.00
$80.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
πΆ Internet & Mobile |
$15.00
$40.00
$3.00
|
Prepaid SIM cards and Wi-Fi access |
π Groceries |
$150.00
$350.00
$10.00
|
Mostly eating out, minimal groceries |
π Transportation |
$30.00
$70.00
$5.00
|
Public transport and occasional taxis |
π½οΈ Dining Out |
$60.00
$400.00
$25.00
|
Daily meals at mid-range restaurants |
ποΈ Leisure Activities |
$40.00
$150.00
$8.00
|
Entry fees, tours, and entertainment |
π₯ Health Insurance |
$20.00
$200.00
$15.00
|
Travel insurance daily average |
π Visa & Legal Fees |
$5.00
$50.00
$0.00
|
Monthly average of visa renewals and permits |
Total |
$720.00
$2,240.00
$111.00
|
Cost Profile Definitions:
Local Resident: Lives permanently in the city with local housing and lifestyle.
Digital Nomad: Mid-term stay (1-6 months) with furnished accommodation and expat lifestyle.
Tourist: Short-term visit (1-14 days) with hotels and tourist activities.
Individual Item Costs
π’ Apartment (1 bedroom)
$350.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
β Coffee
$1.50
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
πΊ Beer
$2.00
Local beers are generally affordable; imported beers cost more.
per pint
π½οΈ Meal (Inexpensive)
$3.00
Local eateries offer cheaper meals; tourist areas may charge more.
per meal
π Fast Food Combo
$4.50
International chains are pricier than local fast food.
per meal
π Taxi per km
$0.50
Rates increase slightly during peak hours.
per km