Is Longgang Expensive?

Shenzhen, China

-28% vs Shenzhen avg

Living in Longgang, Shenzhen

Longgang is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Shenzhen, with a cost of living index of 30.2 — that is -28% compared to the Shenzhen average. Ranked #17 of 19, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around ¥4,362/month, compared to a range of ¥4,120 in Pingshan to ¥7,573 in Nanshan (Shekou).

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Longgang, housing takes up roughly 28% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 17%, while transportation costs around 9%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately ¥174,492 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Longgang

Salaries in Longgang reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 30.2:

After tax and deductions of 31.4% in China, take-home pay for someone earning ¥174,492 would be roughly ¥119,701/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

30.2
COLI Index
0.72x
vs City Avg
¥4,362
Est. 1BR Rent
#17
of 19 Areas
31.4%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Longgang

Estimated annual deductions on a ¥152,478 salary in Longgang, Shenzhen (local employee).

Income Tax
9%
Five Insurances + Housing Fund
22.5%
Total Deductions: 31.4%
Est. Take-Home: ¥104,595/yr

Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Longgang would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $22,650
London GBP £19,492
Dubai AED AED 113,336

Other Neighborhoods in Shenzhen

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Nanshan (Shekou) 52.4 1.25x +25%
Futian (CBD) 51.1 1.22x +22%
Houhai 50.3 1.20x +20%
Nanshan (Tech Park) 49.4 1.18x +18%
Qianhai 46.9 1.12x +12%

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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Longgang:

Baiyun, Guangzhou Fangcun, Guangzhou Nou Barris, Barcelona Fengxian, Shanghai Barajas, Madrid Centro, Cancún

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Longgang expensive in Shenzhen?

Longgang is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Shenzhen. It costs about -28% less than the city average, ranking #17 out of 19 neighborhoods.

How does Longgang compare to the Shenzhen average?

The cost of living in Longgang is well below the Shenzhen average. With a multiplier of 0.72x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -28% compared to the city baseline.

Data Sources: Cost of living indices based on crowd-sourced price data and official statistics. Tax calculations follow 2026 rates. Sources include OECD Better Life Index. Figures are estimates and may vary based on individual circumstances.