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Kunming

China 🕒 1:41:10 PM (UTC+8 CST)

Local Highlights

Explore the history, neighborhoods, food, and culture of Kunming.

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☀️ Weather Forecast

Wed May 6
25°C / 76°F
Low: 15°C / 58°F
Thu May 7
23°C / 74°F
Low: 14°C / 58°F
Fri May 8
20°C / 67°F
Low: 13°C / 56°F

📊 Core Metrics

Adjusted ⓘ
Rent (1BD)
$204
Per Month (USD)
Safety Score
6.5
Moderate
Fixed Internet
63
Broadband (Mbps)
ℹ️ Data Accuracy & Sources

Rent: Sourced from live listings (Zyla Labs), government databases (HUD/CMHC), or regional economic models.
Safety & Internet: Sourced from open data initiatives including the Measurement Lab (M-Lab) and public government/NGO safety indices.
Note: Prices and metrics are estimates only and may vary by specific neighborhood or provider.

🌍 Demographics

  • Population3,855,346
  • RegionYunnan
  • ClimateSubtropical
  • Elevation1,895 m

💰 Cost of Living Breakdown

Housing & Utilities

  • Basic Utilities for 915 Square Feet Apartment (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage)53.16 USD
  • Broadband Internet (Unlimited Data, 60 Mbps or Higher)17.07 USD
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)24.74 USD
  • 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre232.87 USD
  • 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre174.65 USD
  • 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre533.67 USD
  • 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre315.35 USD
  • Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment in City Centre322.15 USD
  • Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre132.96 USD

Transportation

  • One-Way Ticket (Local Transport)0.73 USD
  • Monthly Public Transport Pass (Regular Price)36.39 USD
  • Taxi Start (Standard Tariff)1.46 USD
  • Taxi 1 mile (Standard Tariff)0.47 USD
  • Taxi 1 Hour Waiting (Standard Tariff)14.55 USD
  • Gasoline (1 Liter)1.13 USD
  • Volkswagen Golf 1.5 (or Equivalent New Compact Car)19641.38 USD
  • Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6 (or Equivalent New Mid-Size Car)17795.37 USD
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)5.82 USD

Food & Groceries

  • Meal at an Inexpensive Restaurant2.55 USD
  • Meal for Two at a Mid-Range Restaurant (Three Courses, Without Drinks)29.11 USD
  • Combo Meal at McDonald's (or Equivalent Fast-Food Meal)6.29 USD
  • Domestic Draft Beer (1 Pint)1.46 USD
  • Imported Beer (12 oz Small Bottle)1.42 USD
  • Cappuccino (Regular Size)3.18 USD
  • Soft Drink (Coca-Cola or Pepsi, 12 oz Small Bottle)0.48 USD
  • Bottled Water (12 oz)0.28 USD
  • Milk (Regular, 1 Liter)2.21 USD
  • Fresh White Bread (1 lb Loaf)1.53 USD
  • White Rice (1 lb)0.59 USD
  • Eggs (12, Large Size)1.75 USD
  • Local Cheese (1 lb)3.30 USD
  • Chicken Fillets (1 lb)1.98 USD
  • Beef Round or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat (1 lb)5.28 USD
  • Apples (1 lb)0.61 USD
  • Bananas (1 lb)0.46 USD
  • Oranges (1 lb)0.68 USD
  • Tomatoes (1 lb)0.53 USD
  • Potatoes (1 lb)0.16 USD
  • Onions (1 lb)0.40 USD
  • Lettuce (1 Head)1.60 USD
  • Bottled Water (50 oz)0.63 USD
  • Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)6.55 USD
  • Domestic Beer (16.9 oz Bottle)0.73 USD
  • Cigarettes (Pack of 20, Marlboro)2.91 USD

Lifestyle & Entertainment

  • Monthly Fitness Club Membership52.03 USD
  • Private Full-Day Preschool or Kindergarten, Monthly Fee per Child345.67 USD
  • International Primary School, Annual Tuition per Child13584.25 USD
  • Jeans (Levi's 501 or Similar)69.13 USD
  • Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range)69.86 USD
  • Men's Leather Business Shoes80.05 USD

Other

  • Mobile Phone Plan (Monthly, with Calls and 10GB+ Data)17.65 USD
  • Summer Dress in a Chain Store (e.g. Zara or H&M)41.84 USD
  • Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)835.92 USD