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Cities/Guangzhou

Guangzhou

China

Southern China's sprawling trade capital, famous for dim sum, Canton Fair, and a food culture many consider the best in all of China.

Population: 13.5M
Avg Income: $ 19K/yr
Avg. Temp: 22°C
Area: 7,434 km²
CNY
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25
Very Affordable

#179 of 250

50% below average

Est. Monthly Cost

$ 939

Based on NYC = 100 index


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Cost Breakdown

Monthly average costs by category

Housing

$ 481

per month

Food & Groceries

$ 49

per month

Restaurants

$ 178

per month

Transportation

$ 56

per month

Utilities

$ 83

per month

Entertainment

$ 64

per month

Healthcare

$ 8

per month

Clothing

$ 19

per month