Prices in Shanghai

How much will you spend in restaurants and bars? Is eating out expensive in Shanghai? Below you will see our breakdowns and comparisons of prices and expenses in Shanghai.

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Shanghai Food Prices & Prices In Restaurants

What are the supermarket prices in Shanghai? Are the costs of living in Shanghai higher than in United States? Costs in Shanghai: How much will we pay for entertainment and how much will we spend in restaurants and bars?
On this page below you will find the current price and cost overview in Shanghai: food prices, Prices in restaurants, cost of living, and entertainment costs (The last update: today 19 hours ago)

Currency in China Chinese yuan (CNY CN¥). For 10 US dollars you can get 72.8 Chinese yuan. For 100 US dollars you can get 728 Chinese yuan. And the other way around: For 10 Chinese yuan you can get 1.37 US dollars.


Overall, it can be said that prices in Shanghai are lower than in United States. Food is 35% cheaper. Dining in restaurants and bars will be cheaper by 60%. The cost of living in Shanghai is comparable to the cost of living in United States. If we want to use our free time for entertainment or sport, we need to prepare to spend more money in 19%.

Are hotels expensive in Shanghai? How much will we pay for a room in Shanghai?

The average price of accommodation in China is $91 (CN¥666). If you are looking for the cheapest accommodation: in a cheap one-star hotel you will pay: $42 (CN¥304) and if you like hostels, you'll spend the night there for: $28 (CN¥206). The cost of a room in a 2-star hotel is China in $66 (CN¥478). 3-star hotels offer accommodation for an average price of $66 (CN¥480) Overnight stay in a 4-star hotel costs $116 (CN¥843) in China If you are looking for the best conditions for your stay, then in 5-star hotels that will provide much more luxury you will have to pay $163 (CN¥1.19K)


Is it expensive in stores in Shanghai? Will I pay a lot for groceries in Shanghai? Below you will find the current price list of food products in Shanghai, such as: cheese, potatoes, beer, onion, or oranges (The last update: 3 days ago)

Can you eat cheaply in restaurants in Shanghai? What are the prices in affordable pubs in Shanghai? How much will I have to spend a day when I only eat in fast food restaurants in Shanghai?

If we are looking for an inexpensive place to eat, we should expect to pay around 4.1 US dollars. With limited time and to avoid spending too much, you can opt for fast food. The cost of a meal set (sandwich, fries, and a soda) is approximately 5.2 US dollars. And when we can afford to go out to the restaurant, we'll pay for a three-course meal around 33 US dollars. And if you want to drink a beer or two, you have to pay extra: 2.7 US dollars (price for 2 bottles) And if you prefer a Coke, Fanta, Sprite or similar carbonated drink, then you have to pay 0.52 US dollars for a small bottle.
Below you will find a full list of prices in Shanghai, including cheese, potatoes, beer, onion, or oranges


If you're planning a trip to a specific region of the world, might it be cheaper than in Shanghai? Check out prices in nearby countries: Mongolia, Bhutan, Macau, Hong Kong, and Myanmar.

Food

Current prices overview: food prices Shanghai

Restaurants

Current prices overview: Prices in restaurants Shanghai

Cost Of Living

Current prices overview: cost of living Shanghai

Entertainment

Current prices overview: entertainment costs Shanghai

Shanghai - comparison of selected prices with prices in United States:

Price fees $59 ($33 - $137)

fees

$59 ($33 - $137)
72% is less expensive than in United States

Price internet $18.8 ($11 - $27)

internet

$18.8 ($11 - $27)
74% is less expensive than in United States

Price jeans $61 ($21 - $110)

jeans

$61 ($21 - $110)
16% more than in United States

Price average earnings $1.47K

average earnings

$1.47K
68% is less expensive than in United States

Price renting a small apartment in the center $999 ($686 - $1.37K)

renting a small apartment in the center

$999 ($686 - $1.37K)
by half less than in United States

Price renting a large apartment outside the center $1.36K ($824 - $2.47K)

renting a large apartment outside the center

$1.36K ($824 - $2.47K)
by half less than in United States

Price bread $1.9 ($1.1 - $4.1)

bread

$1.9 ($1.1 - $4.1)
by half less than in United States

Price cheese $17.9 ($6.2 - $44)

cheese

$17.9 ($6.2 - $44)
39% more than in United States

Price rice $1 ($0.62 - $2.7)

rice

$1 ($0.62 - $2.7)
77% is less expensive than in United States

Price tomatoes $1.5 ($0.69 - $2.5)

tomatoes

$1.5 ($0.69 - $2.5)
70% is less expensive than in United States

Price bananas $1.7 ($1 - $2.7)

bananas

$1.7 ($1 - $2.7)
1.4% is less expensive than in United States

Price wine $13.7 ($6.9 - $27)

wine

$13.7 ($6.9 - $27)
8.5% is less expensive than in United States

Price cheap restaurant $4.1 ($3.4 - $6.9)

cheap restaurant

$4.1 ($3.4 - $6.9)
79% is less expensive than in United States

Price local beer $1.4 ($0.69 - $4.1)

local beer

$1.4 ($0.69 - $4.1)
77% is less expensive than in United States

Price coffee $3.6 ($2.1 - $5.1)

coffee

$3.6 ($2.1 - $5.1)
30% is less expensive than in United States

Price bottle of water $0.31 ($0.27 - $0.69)

bottle of water

$0.31 ($0.27 - $0.69)
85% is less expensive than in United States

Price Burger King or a similar bar $5.2 ($4.1 - $5.5)

Burger King or a similar bar

$5.2 ($4.1 - $5.5)
by half less than in United States

Price Cola, Pepsi, Sprite, Mirinda $0.52 ($0.41 - $0.82)

Cola, Pepsi, Sprite, Mirinda

$0.52 ($0.41 - $0.82)
79% is less expensive than in United States

Food Prices Shanghai

  1. Milk (regular), 1 liter $2.4 (CN¥17.5)
  2. A loaf of fresh white bread (500g) $1.9 (CN¥13.8)
  3. Eggs (regular) (12) $1.8 (CN¥13.2)
  4. Local Cheese (1kg) $17.9 (CN¥130)
  5. Water (1.5 liter bottle) $0.56 (CN¥4.1)
  6. A bottle of wine (mid-range) $13.7 (CN¥100)
  7. Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle) $0.86 (CN¥6.2)
  8. Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) $1.8 (CN¥13.3)
  9. Pack of Cigarettes (Marlboro) $3.4 (CN¥25)
  10. Chicken breasts (skinless and boneless) - (1kg) $3.6 (CN¥26)
  11. Apples (1kg) $2.2 (CN¥16.2)
  12. Oranges (1kg) $2 (CN¥14.2)
  13. Potatoes (1kg) $0.95 (CN¥6.9)
  14. Lettuce (1 head) $0.89 (CN¥6.5)
  15. Kilo of white rice $1 (CN¥7.5)
  16. Tomatoes (1kg) $1.5 (CN¥10.9)
  17. Bananas (1kg) $1.7 (CN¥12)
  18. Onions (1kg) $1.1 (CN¥7.8)
  19. Beef (1kg) (or similar red meat) $12.5 (CN¥91)

Prices In Restaurants Shanghai

  1. Meal in a cheap restaurant $4.1 (CN¥30)
  2. Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course $33 (CN¥240)
  3. McMeal at McDonald's (or Equivalent Combo Meal) $5.2 (CN¥38)
  4. Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) $1.4 (CN¥10)
  5. Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) $2.7 (CN¥20)
  6. Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) $0.52 (CN¥3.8)
  7. Water (0.33 liter bottle) $0.31 (CN¥2.3)
  8. Cappuccino $3.6 (CN¥26)

Cost Of Living Shanghai

  1. One-way Ticket (Local Transport) $0.55 (CN¥4)
  2. Monthly Pass (Regular Price) $34 (CN¥250)
  3. Gasoline (1 liter) $1.2 (CN¥8.5)
  4. Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW (or equivalent new car) $20.6K (CN¥150K)
  5. Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre $999 (CN¥7.28K)
  6. Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre $512 (CN¥3.73K)
  7. Apartment (3 bedrooms) in city centre $2.77K (CN¥20.2K)
  8. Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre $1.36K (CN¥9.91K)
  9. Utilities (electricity, heating, water, garbage) for an 85m2 apartment $59 (CN¥427)
  10. Internet (60 Mbps or more, unlimited data, cable/ADSL) $18.8 (CN¥137)
  11. numb_34 $12.9 (CN¥94)
  12. 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) $61 (CN¥445)
  13. 1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M,...) $36 (CN¥262)
  14. 1 pair of Nike running shoes or similar $74 (CN¥537)
  15. 1 pair of men's leather shoes $108 (CN¥788)
  16. Toyota Corolla 1.6l, 97kW Comfort (or equivalent new car) $17.9K (CN¥130K)
  17. Preschool (or Kindergarten), Private, Monthly for 1 Child $1.18K (CN¥8.6K)
  18. Price per square meter for an apartment in the city center $17K (CN¥124K)
  19. International Primary School, Annually for 1 Child $27.4K (CN¥200K)
  20. Price per square meter for an apartment outside of city centre $9.09K (CN¥66.2K)
  21. Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) $1.47K (CN¥10.7K)
  22. Mortgage annual interest rate in percentages (%) 4.7%
  23. Taxi starting fare (normal tariff) $2.2 (CN¥16)
  24. Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) $0.41 (CN¥3)
  25. Taxi 1 hour waiting (normal tariff) $8.2 (CN¥60)

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Shanghai Cost Of Living

Entertainment Costs Shanghai

  1. Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult $74 (CN¥542)
  2. Tennis court rental (1 hour during a weekend) $17 (CN¥124)
  3. Cinema, Single Ticket $8.2 (CN¥60)

What are the different prices in the cities in China? Look here: Prices in cities in China

Prices: Beijing   Chengdu   Chongqing   Guangzhou   Nanjing   Shanghai   Tianjin   Wuhan   Xi'an   Harbin  

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Cost of Living in China: Prices for Travel, Eating Out, Groceries, and More. Discover the cost of living in China with our comprehensive guide. We'll cover prices for travel, eating out, groceries, and more. Plus, get answers to the most common questions about prices and costs of living.

Do you want to learn more about different prices? See the following comparison:

Price cheap restaurant $4.1 ($3.4 - $6.9)

cheap restaurant

$4.1 ($3.4 - $6.9)
79% is less expensive than in United States

Price bottle of water $0.31 ($0.27 - $0.69)

bottle of water

$0.31 ($0.27 - $0.69)
85% is less expensive than in United States

Price Burger King or a similar bar $5.2 ($4.1 - $5.5)

Burger King or a similar bar

$5.2 ($4.1 - $5.5)
by half less than in United States

Price bread $1.9 ($1.1 - $4.1)

bread

$1.9 ($1.1 - $4.1)
by half less than in United States

Price bananas $1.7 ($1 - $2.7)

bananas

$1.7 ($1 - $2.7)
1.4% is less expensive than in United States

Price wine $13.7 ($6.9 - $27)

wine

$13.7 ($6.9 - $27)
8.5% is less expensive than in United States