Cost of living in Lianyungang, China vs Arlington, Texas, United States
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Food | - 23% | |||
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Food in Lianyungang (China) is 23% cheaper than in Arlington, Texas (United States) | ||||
Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 45元 ($6) | $12 | - 45% | |
Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | 33元 ($4.70) | $7 | - 32% | |
500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 10元 ($1.42) | $3.19 | - 55% | |
1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 17元 ($2.42) | $0.65 | + 275% | |
12 eggs, large | 20元 ($2.85) | $2.43 | + 17% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 6.00元 ($0.85) | $3.38 | - 75% | |
500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | - | $4.54 | - | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 10元 ($1.42) | $3.36 | - 58% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 4.00元 ($0.57) | $1.21 | - 53% | |
0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 5.50元 ($0.78) | $2.89 | - 73% | |
1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 150元 ($21) | $12 | + 81% | |
2 liters of Coca-Cola | 8元 ($1.14) | $1.87 | - 39% | |
Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 15元 ($2.14) | $1.52 | + 40% | |
Housing | - 73% | |||
Housing in Lianyungang (China) is 73% cheaper than in Arlington, Texas (United States) | ||||
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | 2,500元 ($356) | $1,389 | - 74% | |
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | 1,500元 ($214) | $1,022 | - 79% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 300元 ($43) | $167 | - 74% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | 1,500元 ($214) | $1,022 | - 79% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | 900元 ($128) | $628 | - 80% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | 200元 ($28) | $87 | - 67% | |
Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | 50元 ($7) | $36 | - 80% | |
40” flat screen TV | 1,500元 ($214) | $317 | - 33% | |
Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | 1,500元 ($214) | $128 | + 67% | |
Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 50元 ($7) | $8 | - 14% | |
Hourly rate for cleaning help | 25元 ($3.56) | $19 | - 81% | |
Clothes | + 45% | |||
Clothes in Lianyungang (China) is 45% more expensive than in Arlington, Texas (United States) | ||||
1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | 700元 ($100) | $45 | + 121% | |
1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | 200元 ($28) | $29 | - 1% | |
1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | 900元 ($128) | $75 | + 72% | |
1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 1,000元 ($142) | $68 | + 111% | |
Transportation | - 43% | |||
Transportation in Lianyungang (China) is 43% cheaper than in Arlington, Texas (United States) | ||||
Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 180,000元 ($25,639) | $20,263 | + 27% | |
1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 7元 ($0.93) | $0.65 | + 42% | |
Monthly ticket public transport | 60元 ($9) | $58 | - 85% | |
Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | - | - | - | |
Personal Care | - 50% | |||
Personal Care in Lianyungang (China) is 50% cheaper than in Arlington, Texas (United States) | ||||
Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 20元 ($2.85) | $5.74 | - 50% | |
1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 25元 ($3.56) | $37 | - 90% | |
Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | 200元 ($28) | $115 | - 75% | |
1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | 35元 ($4.99) | $7 | - 32% | |
Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 38元 ($5.34) | $2.98 | + 80% | |
Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 22元 ($3.13) | $4.21 | - 26% | |
4 rolls of toilet paper | 10元 ($1.42) | $2.80 | - 49% | |
Tube of toothpaste | 20元 ($2.85) | $1.45 | + 97% | |
Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 25元 ($3.56) | $16 | - 78% | |
Entertainment | - 21% | |||
Entertainment in Lianyungang (China) is 21% cheaper than in Arlington, Texas (United States) | ||||
Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 200元 ($28) | $35 | - 18% | |
2 tickets to the movies | 60元 ($9) | $22 | - 61% | |
2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | 600元 ($85) | $150 | - 43% | |
Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 500元 ($71) | $48 | + 48% | |
1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 40元 ($5.70) | $8 | - 31% | |
Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 38元 ($5.41) | $3.97 | + 36% | |
1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 25元 ($3.56) | $4.43 | - 20% | |
iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | 3,000元 ($427) | $427 | - 0% | |
1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 0.20元 ($0.03) | $0.31 | - 91% | |
1 month of gym membership in business district | 400元 ($57) | $39 | + 47% | |
1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | 20元 ($2.85) | $7 | - 57% | |
TOTAL | - 42% |

These prices were last updated on December 09, 2019.
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Cost of living in Lianyungang (China) is 42% cheaper than in Arlington, Texas (United States)
For example, to keep the same standard of living that would require $4,200 in Arlington, Texas you would need to make just about $2,434 (17,088元) in Lianyungang.
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