Xiamen Cost of Living 2025
Monthly cost of living breakdown for Xiamen, China
Housing
1BR Apartment — City Center ¥3500–7000/mo (center); ¥2000–4000/mo (outer ring)
USD Reference Approx. USD 490–980/mo (1BR center)
Food & Dining
Budget Restaurant / Local Eatery ¥15–30 (eatery/snacks); ¥50–120 (restaurant)
Monthly Groceries ¥900–2000/mo (supermarket)
Transport
Monthly Transport Cost Metro ~¥140–280/mo; DiDi starts ~¥11–15
A multi-line metro links the island and mainland; e-Tong card for metro/bus/BRT (an elevated bus-rapid-transit feature). HSR to Fuzhou/Shenzhen. Gaoqi International Airport, with the new Xiang’an airport under construction.
Monthly Budget Summary
Budget Lifestyle (single)
USD 1,200–2,000
Comfortable Lifestyle (single)
USD 2,000–3,500
Family Budget (2–3 people)
USD 4,000–6,500
Important Note
Data above is approximate for 2025. Actual costs vary by location, personal lifestyle, and exchange rate fluctuations. Verify with local sources after arrival.
Data updated: 2026-06-19