Hong Kong
China, Asia
7.5M people
Asia/Hong_Kong
English
City
Financial Center
Hong Kong
Hong Kong is a vibrant city and Special Administrative Region of China, known for its bustling harbor, towering skyscrapers, and unique blend of East and West cultures.
Global Hub
Safety
75
Security
Safe
Cost
85
Living costs
Very Expensive
Healthcare
85
Medical
Excellent
28°
L: 20°
Best time to visitOctober
Annual rainfall
2200mmCost of Living
85
Overall Cost
Very Expensive
90
Rent Index
Very Expensive
75
Groceries
Expensive
80
Restaurants
Very Expensive
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$1,500
City center
3 Bedroom
$4,000
City center
Cost vs Global Average35% higher
Quality of LifeLarge expat community
78
Overall Quality Score
Excellent quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
78
Excellent
Good78
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
95
Outstanding
Excellent95
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
90
Outstanding
Excellent90
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
90
Outstanding
Excellent90
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
70
Very Good
Good70
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 95/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 90/100
Entertainment
90/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & EconomyNomad Friendly🌐
AVERAGE
$3K
Annual Salary
SPEED
100
Mbps Internet
SPACES
100
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
75
out of 100
Good75
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
80
out of 100
Excellent80
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
70
out of 100
Good70
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
40h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
85
Excellent
Excellent85
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
70
Moderate
Bad70
System Overview
System Type
Public and Private
Emergency Number
999
Hospital Density
20
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
84
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent99
Excellent longevity indicators
Safety & Security
Overall SafetySafe
Score: 75/100
Crime Rate IndexLow
Index: 25/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability60/100
Emergency
999
Disaster Risk
Medium
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
85
Health Index
LIFESPAN
84
Years
HOSPITALS
20
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
30
Fair
Bad30
Air Quality Index
Clean air
50
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$50
Public Transport
PER LITER
$1.50
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$2.00
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
90
Excellent
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
80
Excellent
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
30
Fair
Nearby Airports
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
90
Excellent
Excellent90
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Traffic Congestion
High
70 Index
Good70
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$50
per month
Fuel
$1.5
per liter
Taxi
$2
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
50
Schools
MONTHLY
$1,000
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
85
Excellent
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
70
Good
Major Universities
University of Hong Kong
Higher education institution
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Higher education institution
Chinese University of Hong Kong
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
85
Excellent85
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
95
Excellent95
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
90
Excellent90
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
90
Excellent90
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
85
Excellent85
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
High
80
Excellent80
Language Barrier
Moderate
40
Poor40
Expat Community
Community Size
Large
Integration Score
70
Good70
Digital Nomad GuideNomad Friendly
100 Mbps
Internet Speed
100
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure85/100
Visa Process60/100
Banking & Finance90/100
Avg Salary
$3,000
Work Hours/Week
40h
Internet Cost
$30/month
Visa Info
Vary depending on nationality
Business Freedom70/100
Expat Life & Integration
Large Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease70/100
Language BarrierLow Barrier
Score: 40/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency80/100
Cultural Diversity95/100
Official Languages
English, Cantonese
Tipping Culture
Not common
Weekend Culture
Varied, from hiking to shopping and nightlife
Practical Information
Time Zone
Asia/Hong_Kong
Languages
English, Cantonese
Emergency
999
Healthcare System
Public and Private
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Not common
Weekend Culture
Varied, from hiking to shopping and nightlife
Best Time to Visit
October
November
December
Natural Disaster Risk
Medium
Visa Requirements
Vary depending on nationality
Key Statistics
7.5M
Population
85
Cost Index
100 Mbps
Internet
$1.5K
1BR Rent
90
Transport
$3K
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
University of Hong Kong
Nearby location
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Nearby location
Chinese University of Hong Kong
Nearby location
Airports
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Nearby location
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