Shenzhen, China 🇨🇳
Nomad Score:
65%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$500.00
$1,200.00
$80.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$100.00
$150.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$30.00
$50.00
$5.00
|
Daily mobile data plans |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$200.00
$400.00
$15.00
|
Per day for basic grocery needs |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$50.00
$100.00
$10.00
|
Per day for taxis/public transport |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$150.00
$300.00
$25.00
|
Per day for casual dining |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$50.00
$150.00
$20.00
|
Per day for entertainment |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$30.00
$200.00
$0.00
|
Typically covered by travel insurance |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$10.00
$50.00
$0.00
|
One-time fees, not applicable for daily rates |
| Total |
$1,120.00
$2,600.00
$155.00
|
Local Resident: Basic but comfortable lifestyle for a local salary. Cooking most meals at home with occasional local restaurants (2-3x/month). Local brands and services.
Digital Nomad: Western standard of living with imported goods/services. Regular dining out at mid-range to upscale restaurants (3-4x/week). Mix of local and imported products.
Tourist: Daily costs for comfortable short-term stays. Eating most meals at restaurants, using tourist-oriented services and accommodations.
Individual Item Costs
🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom)
$1,200.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
💻 Coworking Space
$300.00
Prices may vary based on location and amenities offered.
per month
☕ Coffee
$3.50
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$5.00
Craft beers are generally more expensive; local brands may be cheaper.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$4.00
Typical price for a meal at a local restaurant.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$6.50
Prices for international chains may vary.
per meal
🍎 Apples
$3.00
Price may vary based on seasonality and type.
per kg
🍞 Bread
$1.50
Prices can vary between local bakeries and supermarkets.
per loaf
🥛 Milk
$1.20
Local brands tend to be cheaper than imported ones.
per liter
🍚 Rice
$1.00
Prices may vary depending on the quality and brand.
per kg
🥩 Chicken Fillets
$5.50
Prices can fluctuate based on market conditions.
per kg
🍖 Beef
$10.00
Imported beef tends to be more expensive.
per kg
🥂 Wine (Mid-range)
$15.00
Price varies significantly based on brand and origin.
per bottle
🚕 Taxi Start
$1.50
Initial fare; additional charges apply per kilometer.
per trip
🚕 Taxi per km
$0.50
Rates may vary slightly based on time of day.
per km
🚌 Monthly Transport Pass
$30.00
Covers buses and metro services.
per month
🚘 Gasoline
$1.20
Price may vary by gas station and location.
per liter
🧴 Mobile Plan
$20.00
Basic plans; unlimited data plans are more expensive.
per month
💻 Internet (60 Mbps+)
$25.00
Higher speeds available for a premium.
per month
🏋️ Gym Membership
$40.00
Prices vary widely based on facilities and location.
per month
🎾 Tennis Court (Weekend)
$10.00
Prices may vary based on the facility.
per hour
🎟️ Cinema Ticket
$8.00
Prices for international films may be higher.
per ticket
👖 Jeans
$50.00
Prices can vary based on brand and store.
per pair
👗 Summer Dress
$30.00
Prices vary widely depending on the retailer.
per dress
👟 Running Shoes
$70.00
Brand and model significantly affect prices.
per pair