Real salary benchmarks and city-by-city cost of living data to help you decide if China makes financial sense — and which city gives you the best deal.
Salary benchmarks across teaching, tech, finance, and marketing — with take-home pay after tax.
Three budget tiers for Shanghai — from frugal to premium expat lifestyle — with real numbers.
Chengdu costs 40–50% less than Shanghai. Here's the full breakdown and what that means for your savings.
A clear-eyed look at salaries, savings potential, quality of life, and whether China makes financial sense in 2026.