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Cost of Living Guide · Hong Kong (China)

Cost of Living Guide in Hong Kong (China)

Complete pricing for housing, food, transportation, and everyday expenses

Hong Kong has a high cost of living compared to the Asia average, with overall costs including rent 126.4% higher than the regional benchmark, consumer prices excluding rent 78.9% higher, and rent specifically 277.3% higher. It stands out as one of the most expensive places in Asia, far exceeding the regional CPI average of 40.6 and rent average of 14.6. No home country comparison available.

Estimated Monthly Budget

Frugal
HK$10,000–15,000 for a single person living like a local (shared housing, street food, public transport)
Comfortable
HK$30,000–50,000 for a single expat (decent 1-bedroom, mix of home cooking and dining out, utilities)
Family of four
HK$80,000–150,000 for a family of four on expat lifestyle (2–3 bedroom apartment, international schools, imported groceries, occasional car/driver)

Hong Kong offers poor value for money on costs alone, being 126.4% more expensive overall than the Asia average, but high purchasing power, quality of life, and salaries (average HK$36,700 monthly) make it viable for high earners. No home country comparison available.

Economic & Living Costs in Hong Kong (China)
Food & Dining Costs

Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

40-100 HK$
Avg: 70 HK$
-17.6% vs 3 months ago

Meal for 2, Mid-range Restaurant (3-course)

400-1000 HK$
Avg: 700 HK$
+16.7% vs 3 months ago

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

40-55 HK$
Avg: 47.5 HK$
-9.5% vs 3 months ago

Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)

26-88 HK$
Avg: 57 HK$
-0.9% vs 3 months ago
Housing & Real Estate Costs

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre

13000-25000 HK$
Avg: 19000 HK$
+2.7% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre

10000-19000 HK$
Avg: 14500 HK$
+3.6% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre

28000-60000 HK$
Avg: 44000 HK$
+3.5% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre

18500-35000 HK$
Avg: 26750 HK$
-7.8% vs 3 months ago
Transportation Costs

One-way Ticket (Local Transport)

10-15 HK$
Avg: 12.5 HK$
-13.8% vs 3 months ago

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

30-120 HK$
Avg: 75 HK$
-4.5% vs 3 months ago

Monthly Transport Pass

450-834 HK$
Avg: 642 HK$
+2.7% vs 3 months ago

Gasoline (1L)

20-29.24 HK$
Avg: 24.62 HK$
+6.8% vs 3 months ago
Utilities & Communications Costs

Utilities for 85m² Apartment

1200-3187.5 HK$
Avg: 2193.75 HK$
+8.0% vs 3 months ago

Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)

109-260 HK$
Avg: 184.5 HK$
-12.1% vs 3 months ago

Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)

45-200 HK$
Avg: 122.5 HK$
-21.0% vs 3 months ago
Grocery Costs

Milk (1L)

16-37 HK$
Avg: 26.5 HK$
+10.4% vs 3 months ago

Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)

12-30 HK$
Avg: 21 HK$
-19.2% vs 3 months ago

Eggs (12)

12-36 HK$
Avg: 24 HK$
-4.0% vs 3 months ago

Local Cheese (1kg)

80-500 HK$
Avg: 290 HK$
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Entertainment & Sports Costs

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee

250-1500 HK$
Avg: 875 HK$
-2.8% vs 3 months ago

Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)

50-120 HK$
Avg: 85 HK$
+30.8% vs 3 months ago

Cinema Ticket

90-150 HK$
Avg: 120 HK$
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)

4000-12548 HK$
Avg: 8274 HK$
-10.6% vs 3 months ago
Last updated: 2026-04-03

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