Ningbo
China, Asia
8.0M people
Asia/Shanghai
Chinese
Port City
Historical City
Ningbo
Ningbo is a major port city in Zhejiang province, China, with a rich history and a modern, bustling economy.
Industrial City
Safety
85
Security
Very Safe
Cost
70
Living costs
Expensive
Healthcare
75
Medical
Good
25°
L: 15°
Best time to visitApril
Annual rainfall
1500mmCost of Living
70
Overall Cost
Expensive
60
Rent Index
Moderate
55
Groceries
Moderate
65
Restaurants
Expensive
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$400
City center
3 Bedroom
$1,200
City center
Cost vs Global Average20% higher
Quality of LifeMedium expat community
72
Overall Quality Score
Very Good quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
72
Very Good
Good72
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
60
Good
Average60
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
70
Very Good
Good70
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
40
Fair
Poor40
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
50
Good
Average50
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 60/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 80/100
Entertainment
70/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & Economy
AVERAGE
$1K
Annual Salary
SPEED
50
Mbps Internet
SPACES
20
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
70
out of 100
Good70
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
60
out of 100
Average60
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
65
out of 100
Good65
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
40h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
75
Good
Good75
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
40
Low Cost
Average40
System Overview
System Type
Universal Healthcare
Emergency Number
120
Hospital Density
50
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
77
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent91
Good health outcomes
Safety & Security
Overall SafetyVery Safe
Score: 85/100
Crime Rate IndexVery Low
Index: 15/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability90/100
Emergency
120
Disaster Risk
Moderate
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
75
Health Index
LIFESPAN
77
Years
HOSPITALS
50
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
50
Fair
Average50
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
60
Good
Average60
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
40
Fair
Poor40
Air Quality Index
Clean air
50
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$30
Public Transport
PER LITER
$1.50
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$1.00
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
75
Good
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
65
Good
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
30
Fair
Nearby Airports
Ningbo Lishe International Airport
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
75
Good
Good75
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
65
Good
Good65
Traffic Congestion
High
70 Index
Good70
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$30
per month
Fuel
$1.5
per liter
Taxi
$1
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
10
Schools
MONTHLY
$500
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
75
Good
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
70
Good
Major Universities
Ningbo University
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Good
75
Good75
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
60
Average60
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
80
Excellent80
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
70
Good70
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
65
Good65
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
Low
40
Poor40
Language Barrier
Moderate
30
Bad30
Expat Community
Community Size
Medium
Integration Score
50
Average50
Digital Nomad Guide
50 Mbps
Internet Speed
20
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure75/100
Visa Process30/100
Banking & Finance70/100
Avg Salary
$1,000
Work Hours/Week
40h
Internet Cost
$20/month
Visa Info
Vary depending on nationality
Business Freedom65/100
Expat Life & Integration
Medium Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease50/100
Language BarrierMinimal Barrier
Score: 30/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency40/100
Cultural Diversity60/100
Official Languages
Chinese
Tipping Culture
Not common
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, family-oriented
Practical Information
Time Zone
Asia/Shanghai
Languages
Chinese
Emergency
120
Healthcare System
Universal Healthcare
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Not common
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, family-oriented
Best Time to Visit
April
May
October
November
Natural Disaster Risk
Moderate
Visa Requirements
Vary depending on nationality
Key Statistics
8.0M
Population
70
Cost Index
50 Mbps
Internet
$0.4K
1BR Rent
75
Transport
$1K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
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🥂 Dinner for 2
—
🥪 Fast Food Meal
—
🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
—
🥤 Coke (0.5L)
—
🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
—
🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
—
🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
—
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
—
🐔 Chicken (1kg)
—
🥩 Beef (1kg)
—
🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
—
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
Ningbo University
Nearby location
Airports
Ningbo Lishe International Airport
Nearby location
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