China: Living

Communities of Expatriates

The Number of Expatriates

The sixth national census revealed that a total of 593,832 foreigners are living on the Chinese mainland.
Press for expatriates (examples): That’s, Global Times, Asiaxpat, Geoexpat.

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Moving to China (Expat Arrivals)
China Expat Society

Ranking of Cities

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Quality of Living Worldwide City Rankings (Survey by Mercer)
Cost of Living Worldwide City Rankings (Survey by Mercer)

Renting an Apartment

Average Lease Term

Usually, one year contract

Average Rental Costs

It is standard practice to collect guarantee of one or two months rent and the agency fees is 1/2 to 1 month's rent

Rental Agency Websites

Century 21

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