Is Guangzhou more expensive than Beijing?

Guangzhou is 26.2% cheaper than Beijing overall. Rent is 47.1% lower, groceries 4.3% more expensive, and restaurants 9.0% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Beijing or Guangzhou?

Beijing has a purchasing power index of 104.4 while Guangzhou has 96.9 (NYC = 100). Beijing offers better purchasing power.

Beijing vs Guangzhou: Guangzhou is 26.2% cheaper, rent 47% lower (2026)

Category	🇨🇳 Beijing	🇨🇳 Guangzhou	Difference
Cost of Living	29.8	22.0	-26.2%
Rent	22.7	12.0	-47.1%
Groceries	39.3	41.0	+4.3%
Restaurants	27.7	25.2	-9.0%
Purchasing Power	104.4	96.9	-7.2%

Data from March – October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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