Wikipedia · Jinan
Jinan, China
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About Jinan, China
Costs exclude rentSingle / month
$556
Family of 4 / mo
$1,394
Avg salary (after tax)
$705
Jinan is a beautiful city located in eastern China , known for its stunning natural scenery and rich history. It is the capital of Shandong Province and is often called the "City of Springs" because of the many natural springs that can be found there. One of the most famous springs is Baotu Spring, which is famous for its clear water that bubbles up from underground.
Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.· Wikipedia · Jinan· Updated May 22, 2026
Cost breakdown by category
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Fashion
- Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $1.72
- Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $4.41
- Men's Dress ShoesUSD $5.05
- Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $4.73
Financial
- Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $32.17
- Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.7
Food - Beverages
- Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.01
- Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $0.03
- Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $0.14
- Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $0.08
- CappuccinoUSD $0.21
Food - Dining
- Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $0.21
- Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $1.38
- Fast Food ComboUSD $0.3
Food - Grocery
- Apples (1 kg)USD $0.08
- Bananas (1 kg)USD $0.06
- Oranges (1 kg)USD $0.08
- Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $0.05
- Potatoes (1 kg)USD $0.02
- Onions (1 kg)USD $0.02
- Lettuce (1 Head)USD $0.05
- Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.04
- Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $0.92
- Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $0.17
- Beef Round (1 kg)USD $0.46
- Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $0.23
- Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $0.9
- Dozen EggsUSD $0.06
- White Rice (1 kg)USD $0.03
- Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $0.17
- Milk (1 litre)USD $0.13
Housing
- Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $8.54
- Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $20.39
- Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $15.64
- Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $38.33
- Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $29.44
- Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $25.62
Leisure
- Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $7.35
- Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $0.37
- Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $0.37
- Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $39.83
- Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $1,112
Transportation
- Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $0.37
- Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $1,195
- Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $1,057
- 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $0.32
- Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $0.02
- Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $0.1
- One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $0.02
Utilities (Monthly)
- Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $0.47
- Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $4.24