In Kunming, China, a family of four typically needs around $1971 per month including rent. A single person may spend about $631 monthly.
Kunming is 41% cheaper overall versus the European benchmark.
Kunming is 69% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Kunming is, on average, 93% lower than in New York City.
Kunming is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.
The main driver of higher costs in Kunming is rent and utilities, which can be significant for many residents.
Food is 22% lower than the European benchmark, making it more affordable for residents.
Public transport is 11% higher than the European benchmark, which may impact overall commuting costs.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 2.52 $ |
| Dinner | 28.4 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 6.46 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.44 $ |
| Capuccino | 3.45 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 0.44 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 2.41 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 2.34 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.44 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 2.01 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 7.11 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.25 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 13.1 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.63 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.07 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.28 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 0.96 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 0.38 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 0.67 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.38 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 1.05 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 14.4 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 0.71 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 3.59 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 0.57 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 35.9 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 1.21 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 3.44 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 20.9 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 5.13 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 4.73 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 2.18 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 1.5 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 31 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 48 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 17.7 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 128 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 356 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 191 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 496 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 5,414 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 1,689 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 821 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 4.97% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 60.6 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 6.42 $ |
| Haircut | 3.25 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 83.4 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 85 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 622 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 17,066 $ |