At a glance
 CN
Shenzhen
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 HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Country | China | Hong Kong |
| Nomad score | 6.5 / 10 | 6.6 / 10 |
| Cost of living | $2,609 / mo | $3,555 / mo |
| Internet speed | Data unavailable | Data unavailable |
| Weather now | 29° / 24°C | 28° / 23°C |
| Air quality (AQI) | 83 Moderate | 99 Moderate |
| Community votes | 0 0 | 0 0 |
Climate averages
Yearly averages of monthly climate data
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Average high | 26.6°C | 25.6°C |
| Average low | 19.8°C | 19.5°C |
| Precipitation | 161 mm / mo | 193 mm / mo |
| Sunshine | 256 h / mo | 249 h / mo |
| Humidity | 78% | 82% |
| Rain days | 14.2 / mo | 15.3 / mo |
| Wind speed | 16.1 km/h | 15.3 km/h |
CN
Shenzhen · average high by month
J 20
F 22
M 24
A 27
M 29
J 30
J 32
A 31
S 31
O 29
N 25
D 21
HK
Causeway Bay · average high by month
J 19
F 20
M 23
A 26
M 28
J 29
J 31
A 30
S 30
O 27
N 24
D 20
Air quality
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| US AQI | 83 | 99 |
| PM2.5 | 16.3 µg/m³ | 25.6 µg/m³ |
| PM10 | 17.8 µg/m³ | 25.8 µg/m³ |
| Ozone | 74 µg/m³ | 20 µg/m³ |
| UV index | 2.7 | 0 |
Business & Economy
Scores out of 10
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Blockchain & Crypto Adoption | 3.4 | 8.1 |
| Local Payment Services | 8.8 | 9.5 |
| Startup Scene | 8.7 | 8.1 |
Climate & Environment
Scores out of 10
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | 8.7 | 9.3 |
| Green Spaces | 7.5 | 4.9 |
| Natural Disaster Risk | 4.2 | 4.0 |
| Noise Pollution | 3.8 | 3.2 |
| Seasonal Variety | 4.2 | 4.4 |
| Weather | 5.5 | 6.0 |
Connectivity
Scores out of 10
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Network Coverage | 9.6 | 9.7 |
| Power Grid Reliability | 9.4 | 9.6 |
| Public WiFi Availability | 6.6 | 8.2 |
| VPN Reliability | 3.2 | 8.6 |
Cost & Affordability
Scores out of 10
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Accommodation Cost | 4.4 | 1.5 |
| Cost of Living | 5.4 | 2.2 |
| Currency Stability | 8.2 | 9.3 |
| Entertainment Cost | 6.0 | 4.0 |
| Food & Groceries | 7.2 | 3.7 |
| Gym Membership Cost | 6.2 | 3.4 |
| Transportation Cost | 7.8 | 6.3 |
Culture & Entertainment
Scores out of 10
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Culture | 6.8 | 7.9 |
| Indoors Fun | 7.9 | 8.2 |
| Language Learning Opportunities | 6.5 | 6.7 |
| Local Experiences & Tours | 7.1 | 7.4 |
| Nightlife | 7.6 | 8.0 |
| Outdoors & Nature | 7.1 | 5.2 |
Digital Nomad Community
Scores out of 10
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Nomad Events & Meetups | 5.0 | 6.7 |
| Nomad Friendly | 5.6 | 7.0 |
| Online Community Presence | 4.1 | 6.1 |
Digital Nomad Essentials
Scores out of 10
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Cafes with WiFi | 8.4 | 8.6 |
| Coworking Spaces Availability | 9.0 | 9.2 |
| Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes | 6.9 | 7.2 |
| Digital Nomad Popularity | 4.2 | 5.7 |
| Internet Speed | 9.4 | 9.5 |
| Local SIM Card Availability | 8.4 | 9.7 |
Food & Fitness
Scores out of 10
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Fitness Facilities | 8.3 | 8.4 |
| Food Scene | 8.5 | 8.9 |
| Healthy Food Options | 7.5 | 8.1 |
| Yoga Studios | 6.9 | 7.8 |
Healthcare
Scores out of 10
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | 7.5 | 7.2 |
| Healthcare Affordability | 7.1 | 4.7 |
| Healthcare Quality | 8.0 | 8.9 |
Legal & Administrative
Scores out of 10
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Digital Nomad Visa Availability | 0.3 | 0.8 |
| Ease of Business Registration | 3.4 | 8.3 |
| Ease of Opening Bank Account | 2.8 | 4.5 |
| Freedom of Speech | 1.7 | 4.2 |
| Political Stability | 8.3 | 7.1 |
| Tax Friendliness | 4.6 | 8.6 |
| Visa Ease | 3.2 | 7.0 |
Quality of Life
Scores out of 10
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Air Quality | 5.1 | 5.2 |
| Cleanliness | 7.7 | 6.9 |
| Environmental Quality | 6.0 | 5.6 |
| Family Friendly | 6.7 | 6.4 |
| Language Barrier | 4.0 | 7.4 |
| Work-Life Balance | 5.5 | 5.5 |
Safety & Tolerance
Scores out of 10
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Female Friendly | 7.9 | 8.4 |
| Racial Tolerance | 5.9 | 7.2 |
| Safety | 8.8 | 8.8 |
Transportation
Scores out of 10
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Airport Connectivity | 9.1 | 9.6 |
| Cycling | 7.5 | 3.3 |
| Intercity Travel Options | 9.3 | 8.7 |
| Public Transit | 9.5 | 9.7 |
| Ride-sharing Services | 9.3 | 8.0 |
| Scooter/Bike Rental Availability | 8.9 | 2.5 |
| Walkability | 6.8 | 9.1 |
Work Environment
Scores out of 10
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Coworking Quality | 8.5 | 8.6 |
| Freelance Ecosystem | 5.7 | 7.4 |
| Networking Opportunities | 8.1 | 8.8 |
| Remote Job Opportunities | 6.3 | 7.6 |
| Time Zone Favorability | 7.2 | 7.7 |
Clothing
Local prices in US dollars
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Jeans | $72 per pair | $57 per pair |
| Summer Dress | $41 per dress | $38 per dress |
| Running Shoes | $94 per pair | $102 per pair |
Dining Out
Local prices in US dollars
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Dining Out | $116 per month | $153 per month |
Entertainment
Local prices in US dollars
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Cinema Ticket | $7.97 per ticket | $13 per ticket |
Food & Dining
Local prices in US dollars
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Coffee | $4.06 per cup | $5.36 per cup |
| Beer | $2.17 per pint | $7.66 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $5.07 per meal | $8.30 per meal |
| Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) | $43 per meal | $64 per meal |
| Fast Food Combo | $6.52 per meal | $4.85 per meal |
| Apples | $2.03 per kg | $3.19 per kg |
| Bread | $2.61 per loaf | $2.55 per loaf |
| Water (1.5L bottle) | $0.65 per bottle | $1.28 per bottle |
| Milk | $2.32 per liter | $3.19 per liter |
| Rice | $1.23 per kg | $1.91 per kg |
| Chicken Fillets | $4.64 per kg | $10 per kg |
| Beef | $14 per kg | $19 per kg |
| Wine (Mid-range) | $17 per bottle | $26 per bottle |
Groceries
Local prices in US dollars
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Groceries | $174 per month | $383 per month |
Health Insurance
Local prices in US dollars
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Health Insurance | $29 per month | $0.00 per month |
Healthcare
Local prices in US dollars
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Doctor Visit (GP) | $58 per visit | $51 per visit |
| Pharmacy (basic meds) | $6.52 per purchase | $5.74 per purchase |
Housing
Local prices in US dollars
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Housing | $464 per month | $830 per month |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $942 per month | $2,297 per month |
| Airbnb (1 month) | $1,377 per month | $3,191 per month |
| Coworking Space | $261 per month | $383 per month |
| Coliving Space | $609 per month | $1,532 per month |
Internet & Mobile
Local prices in US dollars
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Internet & Mobile | $12 per month | $26 per month |
Leisure Activities
Local prices in US dollars
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Leisure Activities | $58 per month | $64 per month |
Personal Care
Local prices in US dollars
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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| Haircut | $12 per visit | $19 per visit |
| Laundry | $3.62 per kg | $5.11 per kg |
Services
Local prices in US dollars
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Plan | $14 per month | $19 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $19 per month | $26 per month |
| SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) | $14 one-time | $10 one-time |
| Gym Membership | — | $89 per month |
| Tennis Court (Weekend) | $17 per hour | $19 per hour |
Transportation
Local prices in US dollars
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Transportation | $36 per month | $64 per month |
| Taxi Start | $1.81 per trip | $3.45 per trip |
| Taxi per km | $0.38 per km | $1.15 per km |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $36 per month | $70 per month |
| Ride-hailing (5km) | $3.19 per trip | $8.93 per trip |
| Gasoline | $1.22 per liter | $2.81 per liter |
| Scooter Rental | $2.17 per month | $32 per month |
Utilities
Local prices in US dollars
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CN
Shenzhen
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HK
Causeway Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Utilities | $43 per month | $115 per month |