Is Guangzhou more expensive than Shenzhen?

Guangzhou is 31.5% cheaper than Shenzhen overall. Rent is 35.5% lower, groceries 7.2% cheaper, and restaurants 5.3% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Shenzhen or Guangzhou?

Shenzhen has a purchasing power index of 110.0 while Guangzhou has 96.9 (NYC = 100). Shenzhen offers better purchasing power.

Shenzhen vs Guangzhou: Guangzhou is 31.5% cheaper, rent 36% lower (2026)

Category	🇨🇳 Shenzhen	🇨🇳 Guangzhou	Difference
Cost of Living	31.7	21.7	-31.5%
Rent	18.6	12.0	-35.5%
Groceries	44.2	41.0	-7.2%
Restaurants	26.6	25.2	-5.3%
Purchasing Power	110.0	96.9	-11.9%

Data from 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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