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Shanghai Living Costs: A Monthly Budget Breakdown

How Much Does it Costs to Live in Shanghai | Fancie in Shanghai Ep.15

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How Much Does it Costs to Live in Shanghai | Fancie in Shanghai Ep.15
FunFancie16 min

How Much Does it Costs to Live in Shanghai. This was filmed by FunFancie. Watch the full journey and explore the filming details and destinations on this page.

I have been living in Shanghai for 3 months now and I managed to make a summary of how much does it actually costs to live here in Shanghai. I hope this video will provide you guys an insight of expenses you have have to bear when moving here. Enjoy the video !

In general, I will share my monthly cost base on these categories:

Rent

Utilities

Phone Bils

Laundry

Transportation

Shopping

Grocery

Food

Beauty

--- FunFancie
April 9, 2023, Spring in China

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After three months in Shanghai, Thai expat FunFancie shares a personal breakdown of living costs. Rent is the largest expense, with a quality apartment costing 6,000 to 9,000 RMB per month depending on location and condition. She also covers utilities, mobile data, laundry, metro travel, shopping, meals and groceries ordered online. Beauty costs vary from nail and eyelash services to a local haircut, which she finds surprisingly inexpensive. Her account offers a detailed view of her own budget as a Financial Controller living in the city.

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How Much Does it Costs to Live in Shanghai | Fancie in Shanghai Ep.15

Housing and monthly bills

FunFancie shares her experience of living in Shanghai for three months as a Thai expat working as a Financial Controller. She organizes the video around monthly costs, beginning with rent, the largest expense. A good-quality apartment costs between 6,000 and 9,000 RMB per month, depending on its location and condition. She recommends considering how comfortable a home feels, especially when living far from family and friends.

Utilities for electricity, water and gas cost about 260 RMB each month, though she expects the amount could be higher in winter. Her China Mobile phone bill averages 100 RMB monthly and provides high-speed internet outside the apartment; she also has free Wi-Fi at home. Laundry costs around 200 RMB per month using coin-operated machines in the building.

Getting around, eating and personal services

FunFancie relies on the efficient Shanghai Metro, spending around 240 to 250 RMB per month, and also mentions public bicycles as a cheaper, environmentally friendly option. Shopping varies, but she estimates spending 2,000 RMB monthly and enjoys browsing even without buying. Food costs depend on the meal: local dishes are about 30 to 50 RMB per day, while occasional restaurant outings cost 100 to 150 RMB. She estimates total monthly food costs at 3,500 to 4,000 RMB.

Groceries average around 300 RMB, and she usually orders online for convenience and easier price comparison. Beauty expenses include nail salon visits costing 150 to 200 RMB, eyelash extensions at 300 RMB, and haircuts at a local barber for 15 to 20 RMB. The budget shows how costs differ across housing, daily needs and optional services, based on FunFancie’s own circumstances in Shanghai.

FAQs (From the traveler's perspective)

Q: How much does rent cost in FunFancie’s Shanghai budget?
A: She says a good-quality apartment costs between 6,000 and 9,000 RMB each month. The amount varies with the apartment’s condition and location, and rent is her largest monthly expense.
Q: What are her main transportation costs?
A: FunFancie spends about 240 to 250 RMB per month on the Shanghai Metro. She also mentions public bicycles as an even cheaper option for getting around.
Q: How much does she spend on food and groceries?
A: She estimates 3,500 to 4,000 RMB monthly for food, with local meals costing about 30 to 50 RMB per day and some restaurant meals at 100 to 150 RMB. Groceries average around 300 RMB and are often ordered online.

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Shanghai Living Costs: A Monthly Budget Breakdown

Hello guys! I have been living in Shanghai for 3 months now and I managed to make a summary of how much does it actually costs to live here in Shanghai. I hope this video will provide you guys an insight of expenses you have have to bear when moving here. Enjoy the video ! In general, I will share...

Shanghai Cost of Living: Expat Budget Breakdown

FunFancie shares her experience of living in Shanghai for three months, detailing the costs of rent, utilities, phone bills, laundry, transportation, shopping, groceries, food, and beauty. This insightful video offers a realistic look at the expenses of living in this vibrant city, providing valuable information for those considering a move to Shanghai.