Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in China is 1.13 times more expensive as compared to Romania.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between China and Romania. We have created 172 cost-of-living indicators. We average the prices of all those indicators and take a mathematically calculated approach to determine which country is more expensive to live in between China and Romania.
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![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() China ![]() | ![]() Romania ![]() |
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1 BHK Apartment in City Center ![]() | 6,000 CNY (840 USD) | 3,500 RON (770 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center ![]() | 9,000 CNY (1,260 USD) | 5,500 RON (1,210 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center ![]() | 12,000 CNY (1,680 USD) | 7,500 RON (1,650 USD) |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center ![]() | 3,500 CNY (490 USD) | 2,000 RON (440 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center ![]() | 5,500 CNY (770 USD) | 3,000 RON (660 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center ![]() | 8,000 CNY (1,120 USD) | 4,000 RON (880 USD) |
Mortgage Rates Per Month ![]() | 4.5 % | 1.5 % |
Realtor Commission ![]() | 2 % | 1.8 % |
Property Taxes ![]() | 1.5 % | 0.1 to 0.5 % |
The average housing cost in China is 1.07 times more expensive than Romania.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() China ![]() | ![]() Romania ![]() |
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Basic Home Furnishing ![]() | 5,000 CNY (700 USD) | 10,000 RON (2,200 USD) |
Electricity Cost Per Month ![]() | 200 CNY (28 USD) | 200 RON (44 USD) |
Heating Cost Per Month ![]() | 300 CNY (42 USD) | 150 RON (33 USD) |
Cooling Cost Per Month ![]() | 150 CNY (21 USD) | 100 RON (22 USD) |
Water Supply Cost Per Month ![]() | 100 CNY (14 USD) | 80 RON (17.60 USD) |
If you lived in China, instead of Romania, you would have to pay 65.25% less for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in China costs 3.14 times less compared to Romania.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() China ![]() | ![]() Romania ![]() |
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Standard Wifi Cost Per Month ![]() | 150 CNY (21 USD) | 50 RON (11 USD) |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month ![]() | 100 CNY (14 USD) | 30 RON (6.60 USD) |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month ![]() | 50 CNY (7 USD) | 20 RON (4.40 USD) |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month ![]() | 200 CNY (28 USD) | 40 RON (8.80 USD) |
The internet and communication costs 127.27% more in China compared to Romania.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() China ![]() | ![]() Romania ![]() |
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Long Grain Rice (1 KG) ![]() | 12 CNY (1.68 USD) | 7 RON (1.54 USD) |
Milk (1 Liter) ![]() | 10 CNY (1.40 USD) | 5 RON (1.10 USD) |
Water (1 Liter) ![]() | 3 CNY (0.42 USD) | 2 RON (0.44 USD) |
Bread (500 gm) ![]() | 6 CNY (0.84 USD) | 3 RON (0.66 USD) |
Eggs (1 Dozen) ![]() | 20 CNY (2.80 USD) | 12 RON (2.64 USD) |
Cheese (1 KG) ![]() | 80 CNY (11.20 USD) | 30 RON (6.60 USD) |
Chicken Breast (1 KG) ![]() | 35 CNY (4.90 USD) | 30 RON (6.60 USD) |
In China, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 1.18 times more expensive than the cost in Romania.
If you lived in China, instead of Romania, you would have to pay 18.69% more for Groceries.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() China ![]() | ![]() Romania ![]() |
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Apples (1 KG) ![]() | 15 CNY (2.10 USD) | 8 RON (1.76 USD) |
Bananas (1 KG) ![]() | 10 CNY (1.40 USD) | 6 RON (1.32 USD) |
Oranges (1 KG) ![]() | 15 CNY (2.10 USD) | 8 RON (1.76 USD) |
Tomatoes (1 KG) ![]() | 12 CNY (1.68 USD) | 6 RON (1.32 USD) |
Potatoes (1 KG) ![]() | 8 CNY (1.12 USD) | 4 RON (0.88 USD) |
Lemons (1 KG) ![]() | 20 CNY (2.80 USD) | 10 RON (2.20 USD) |
Onions (1 KG) ![]() | 10 CNY (1.40 USD) | 5 RON (1.10 USD) |
Lentils (1 KG) ![]() | 20 CNY (2.80 USD) | 8 RON (1.76 USD) |
If you lived in China, instead of Romania, you would have to pay 1.27 times more for Fruits and Vegetables.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() China ![]() | ![]() Romania ![]() |
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Meal at a Resonable Restaurant ![]() | 60 CNY (8.40 USD) | 30 RON (6.60 USD) |
Three-Course Meal for Two ![]() | 200 CNY (28 USD) | 80 RON (17.60 USD) |
Fast Food Combo Meal ![]() | 30 CNY (4.20 USD) | 20 RON (4.40 USD) |
Normal Coffee ![]() | 25 CNY (3.50 USD) | 10 RON (2.20 USD) |
Soft Drink ![]() | 5 CNY (0.70 USD) | 5 RON (1.10 USD) |
Pizza for One ![]() | 80 CNY (11.20 USD) | 40 RON (8.80 USD) |
Take-Out Delivery Meal ![]() | 50 CNY (7 USD) | 30 RON (6.60 USD) |
Cigarette Pack of 20 ![]() | 25 CNY (3.50 USD) | 15 RON (3.30 USD) |
Dining-Out costs 31.42% more in China compared to Romania.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() China ![]() | ![]() Romania ![]() |
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Wine Mid-Range Bottle ![]() | 150 CNY (21 USD) | 40 RON (8.80 USD) |
Glass of Wine ![]() | 50 CNY (7 USD) | 20 RON (4.40 USD) |
Domestic Beer Half Liter ![]() | 8 CNY (1.12 USD) | 5 RON (1.10 USD) |
Imported Beer Half Liter ![]() | 15 CNY (2.10 USD) | 8 RON (1.76 USD) |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter ![]() | 50 CNY (7 USD) | 30 RON (6.60 USD) |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter ![]() | 200 CNY (28 USD) | 50 RON (11 USD) |
If you lived in China, instead of Romania, you would have to pay 1.97 times more for usual hard drinks.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() China ![]() | ![]() Romania ![]() |
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Monthly Public Transportation Pass ![]() | 300 CNY (42 USD) | 80 RON (17.60 USD) |
Single Public Transportation Ticket ![]() | 5 CNY (0.70 USD) | 4 RON (0.88 USD) |
Single Train Ticket ![]() | 100 CNY (14 USD) | Yet to Update () |
Domestic Airplane Ticket ![]() | 1,000 CNY (140 USD) | 300 RON (66 USD) |
Taxi Start Fare ![]() | 10 CNY (1.40 USD) | 6 RON (1.32 USD) |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer ![]() | 2 CNY (0.28 USD) | 2 RON (0.44 USD) |
Car Rental Per Day ![]() | 300 CNY (42 USD) | 100 RON (22 USD) |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour ![]() | 20 CNY (2.80 USD) | 5 RON (1.10 USD) |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour ![]() | 10 CNY (1.40 USD) | 3 RON (0.66 USD) |
If you lived in China, instead of Romania, you would have to pay 2.22 times more for transportation.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() China ![]() | ![]() Romania ![]() |
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Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost ![]() | 150,000 CNY (21,000 USD) | 50,000 RON (11,000 USD) |
Vehicle Registration Cost ![]() | 500 CNY (70 USD) | 200 RON (44 USD) |
Driving License Fees ![]() | 200 CNY (28 USD) | 150 RON (33 USD) |
Car Insurance Cost ![]() | 2,000 CNY (280 USD) | 800 RON (176 USD) |
Car Maintenance Cost ![]() | 500 CNY (70 USD) | 200 RON (44 USD) |
Car Loan Interest Rates ![]() | 5 % | 7 % |
Fuel Per Liter ![]() | 7 CNY (0.98 USD) | 6 RON (1.32 USD) |
Fuel Per Gallon ![]() | 30 CNY (4.20 USD) | 25 RON (5.50 USD) |
Average Toll Fees ![]() | 30 CNY 4.20 USD | Yet to Update |
You would have to pay 1.90 times more for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in China compared to that of Romania.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() China ![]() | ![]() Romania ![]() |
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Doctor Visit ![]() | 200 CNY (28 USD) | 100 RON (22 USD) |
Specialist Visit ![]() | 400 CNY (56 USD) | 150 RON (33 USD) |
Dentist Visit ![]() | 300 CNY (42 USD) | 120 RON (26.40 USD) |
Eye Exam ![]() | 150 CNY (21 USD) | 60 RON (13.20 USD) |
Mental Health Counseling ![]() | 300 CNY (42 USD) | 150 RON (33 USD) |
Preventive Health Screening ![]() | 150 CNY (21 USD) | 100 RON (22 USD) |
Physical Therapy ![]() | 200 CNY (28 USD) | 100 RON (22 USD) |
Emergency Room Visit ![]() | 500 CNY (70 USD) | 300 RON (66 USD) |
Hospital Stay Per Night ![]() | 1,000 CNY (140 USD) | 250 RON (55 USD) |
Vaccinations ![]() | 100 CNY (14 USD) | 50 RON (11 USD) |
Prescription Medication ![]() | 50 CNY (7 USD) | 30 RON (6.60 USD) |
Over the Counter Medication ![]() | 20 CNY (2.80 USD) | 10 RON (2.20 USD) |
Health Insurance Premiums ![]() | 600 CNY (84 USD) | 250 RON (55 USD) |
Health Insurance Deductibles ![]() | 100 CNY (14 USD) | 150 RON (33 USD) |
If you lived in China, instead of Romania, you would have to pay 1.42 times more for Health and Medical Treatment.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() China ![]() | ![]() Romania ![]() |
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Cosmetic Procedures ![]() | 800 CNY (112 USD) | 500 RON (110 USD) |
Spa Treatment ![]() | 500 CNY (70 USD) | 200 RON (44 USD) |
Manicure Pedicure Cost ![]() | 150 CNY (21 USD) | 60 RON (13.20 USD) |
Optical Glasses Cost ![]() | 300 CNY (42 USD) | 150 RON (33 USD) |
Contact Lenses Cost ![]() | 200 CNY (28 USD) | 100 RON (22 USD) |
Haircuts ![]() | 60 CNY (8.40 USD) | 30 RON (6.60 USD) |
Hair Coloring ![]() | 200 CNY (28 USD) | 100 RON (22 USD) |
Shampoo Price ![]() | 30 CNY (4.20 USD) | 10 RON (2.20 USD) |
Toothpaste Price ![]() | 10 CNY (1.40 USD) | 5 RON (1.10 USD) |
If you lived in China, instead of Romania, you would have to pay 1.24 times more for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() China ![]() | ![]() Romania ![]() |
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Pair of Nike Running Shoes ![]() | 600 CNY (84 USD) | 400 RON (88 USD) |
Men's Shirt ![]() | 200 CNY (28 USD) | 100 RON (22 USD) |
Women's Dress ![]() | 400 CNY (56 USD) | 300 RON (66 USD) |
Summer Dress ![]() | 200 CNY (28 USD) | 150 RON (33 USD) |
Men's Suit ![]() | 1,500 CNY (210 USD) | 800 RON (176 USD) |
Men's Jeans ![]() | 300 CNY (42 USD) | 200 RON (44 USD) |
Women's Jeans ![]() | 300 CNY (42 USD) | 150 RON (33 USD) |
Men's Formal Shoes ![]() | 500 CNY (70 USD) | 200 RON (44 USD) |
Women's Formal Shoes ![]() | 500 CNY (70 USD) | 200 RON (44 USD) |
Men's Casual Shoes ![]() | 400 CNY (56 USD) | 150 RON (33 USD) |
Women's Casual Shoes ![]() | 400 CNY (56 USD) | 120 RON (26.40 USD) |
Underwear For Men ![]() | 50 CNY (7 USD) | 30 RON (6.60 USD) |
Underwear For Women ![]() | 60 CNY (8.40 USD) | 40 RON (8.80 USD) |
Socks For Men ![]() | 20 CNY (2.80 USD) | 15 RON (3.30 USD) |
Socks For Women ![]() | 25 CNY (3.50 USD) | 15 RON (3.30 USD) |
Wintercoat for Adults ![]() | 500 CNY (70 USD) | 300 RON (66 USD) |
Sportswear ![]() | 400 CNY (56 USD) | 200 RON (44 USD) |
If you lived in China, instead of Romania, you would have to pay 1.20 times more for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() China ![]() | ![]() Romania ![]() |
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Children's Jeans ![]() | 150 CNY (21 USD) | 80 RON (17.60 USD) |
Children's Normal Sneakers ![]() | 200 CNY (28 USD) | 100 RON (22 USD) |
Children's Winter Coat ![]() | 300 CNY (42 USD) | 150 RON (33 USD) |
Daycare for Infant ![]() | 1,500 CNY (210 USD) | 1,500 RON (330 USD) |
Daycare for Toddler ![]() | 1,200 CNY (168 USD) | 1,200 RON (264 USD) |
Childcare for Sick Days ![]() | 100 CNY (14 USD) | 200 RON (44 USD) |
Early Childhood Education Programs ![]() | 800 CNY (112 USD) | 1,200 RON (264 USD) |
Extra Curricular Activities ![]() | 200 CNY (28 USD) | 600 RON (132 USD) |
Summer Camp for Kids ![]() | 1,000 CNY (140 USD) | 1,000 RON (220 USD) |
If you lived in China, instead of Romania, you would have to pay 1.74 times less for Childcare and kids clothing.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() China ![]() | ![]() Romania ![]() |
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PreSchool Fees ![]() | 1,000 CNY (140 USD) | 1,800 RON (396 USD) |
Primary School Fees ![]() | 4,000 CNY (560 USD) | 3,500 RON (770 USD) |
Secondary School Fees ![]() | 5,000 CNY (700 USD) | 5,000 RON (1,100 USD) |
Private School Fees ![]() | 8,000 CNY (1,120 USD) | 7,000 RON (1,540 USD) |
University Tuition Fees ![]() | 15,000 CNY (2,100 USD) | 15,000 RON (3,300 USD) |
University Private Tuition Fees ![]() | 25,000 CNY (3,500 USD) | 25,000 RON (5,500 USD) |
After School Activities ![]() | 200 CNY (28 USD) | 400 RON (88 USD) |
Special Education Services ![]() | 300 CNY (42 USD) | 1,500 RON (330 USD) |
Tutoring ![]() | 150 CNY (21 USD) | 200 RON (44 USD) |
Textbooks Cost ![]() | 300 CNY (42 USD) | 300 RON (66 USD) |
School Supplies ![]() | 100 CNY (14 USD) | 150 RON (33 USD) |
If you lived in China, instead of Romania, you would have to pay 1.59 times less for school and education.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() China ![]() | ![]() Romania ![]() |
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Movie Ticket (Single) ![]() | 60 CNY (8.40 USD) | 30 RON (6.60 USD) |
Theater Ticket (Single) ![]() | 150 CNY (21 USD) | 60 RON (13.20 USD) |
Concert Ticket (Single) ![]() | 300 CNY (42 USD) | 80 RON (17.60 USD) |
Sports Event Ticket (Single) ![]() | 200 CNY (28 USD) | 70 RON (15.40 USD) |
Gym Membership ![]() | 300 CNY (42 USD) | 150 RON (33 USD) |
Swimming Pool Access ![]() | 200 CNY (28 USD) | 100 RON (22 USD) |
Museum Entry Ticket ![]() | 50 CNY (7 USD) | 20 RON (4.40 USD) |
Zoo Entry Ticket ![]() | 80 CNY (11.20 USD) | 30 RON (6.60 USD) |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket ![]() | 150 CNY (21 USD) | 50 RON (11 USD) |
Bowling ![]() | 80 CNY (11.20 USD) | 30 RON (6.60 USD) |
Mini Golf ![]() | 60 CNY (8.40 USD) | 20 RON (4.40 USD) |
Video Games ![]() | 300 CNY (42 USD) | 200 RON (44 USD) |
Streaming Services ![]() | 80 CNY (11.20 USD) | 30 RON (6.60 USD) |
Outdoor Equipment Rental ![]() | 100 CNY (14 USD) | 50 RON (11 USD) |
Theme Park Annual Pass ![]() | 1,000 CNY (140 USD) | 1,000 RON (220 USD) |
If you lived in China, instead of Romania, you would have to pay 1.03 times more for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() China ![]() | ![]() Romania ![]() |
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Language Classes ![]() | 200 CNY (28 USD) | 1,000 RON (220 USD) |
Parenting Classes ![]() | 200 CNY (28 USD) | 600 RON (132 USD) |
Art Classes ![]() | 200 CNY (28 USD) | 40 RON (8.80 USD) |
Fitness Classes ![]() | 100 CNY (14 USD) | 30 RON (6.60 USD) |
Music Lessons ![]() | 300 CNY (42 USD) | 60 RON (13.20 USD) |
Dance Lessons ![]() | 250 CNY (35 USD) | 60 RON (13.20 USD) |
Reading Materials for Classes ![]() | 50 CNY (7 USD) | 10 RON (2.20 USD) |
Educational Software ![]() | 150 CNY (21 USD) | 800 RON (176 USD) |
If you lived in China, instead of Romania, you would have to pay 2.82 times less for Private Classes.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() China ![]() | ![]() Romania ![]() |
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Average Gross Monthly Salary ![]() | 10,000 CNY (1,400 USD) | 4,000 RON (880 USD) |
Average Net Monthly Salary ![]() | 8,000 CNY (1,120 USD) | 3,000 RON (660 USD) |
Minimum Wages ![]() | 83.33 CNY per hour (11.67 USD) | 50 RON per hour (11 USD) |
Average Bonus ![]() | 2,000 CNY (280 USD) | 5,000 RON (1,100 USD) |
Income Tax Rate ![]() | 0 to 13 % | 0 to 19 % |
Social Security Contributions ![]() | 10 % | 25 % |
Pension Contributions ![]() | 8 % | 10 % |
Cost of Living Index ![]() | 55 | 55 |
Median Household Income ![]() | 12,000 CNY (1,680 USD) | 3,000 RON (660 USD) |
If you lived in China, you would earn 1.36 times more salary as compared to Romania.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() China ![]() | ![]() Romania ![]() |
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Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate ![]() | 1,000 CNY (140 USD) | 200 RON (44 USD) |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate ![]() | 600 CNY (84 USD) | 150 RON (33 USD) |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate ![]() | 500 CNY (70 USD) | 100 RON (22 USD) |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate ![]() | 400 CNY (56 USD) | 80 RON (17.60 USD) |
Professional Services cost 3.00 times more in China, as compared to Romania.
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