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Shanghai
China, Asia
27.1M people
Asia/Shanghai
Chinese (Mandarin)
City
Financial Center
Shanghai
A global financial center and one of the world's most populous cities, Shanghai is known for its blend of modern skyscrapers and historic architecture, vibrant culture, and bustling street life.
Megacity
Global Hub
Safety
75
Security
Cost
70
Living costs
Healthcare
85
Medical
25°
L: 15°
Best time to visitApril
Annual rainfall
1200mmCost of Living
70
Overall Cost
65
Rent Index
55
Groceries
60
Restaurants
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$1,000
City center
3 Bedroom
$2,500
City center
Cost vs Global Average20% higher
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
85
Excellent
Excellent85
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Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
60
Moderate
Average60
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System Overview
System Type
Universal Healthcare with Private Options
Emergency Number
110
Hospital Density
50
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
80
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent94
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Good health outcomes
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
100
Schools
MONTHLY
$800
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
75
Good
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
70
Good
Major Universities
Fudan University
Higher education institution
Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Higher education institution
Tongji University
Higher education institution
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
90
Excellent
Excellent90
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Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
75
Good
Good75
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Traffic Congestion
High
70 Index
Good70
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Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$40
per month
Fuel
$1.2
per liter
Taxi
$1.5
per km
Universities
Fudan University
Nearby location
Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Nearby location
Tongji University
Nearby location
Airports
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Nearby location
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Nearby location
Work & EconomyNomad Friendly🌐
AVERAGE
$2K
Annual Salary
SPEED
100
Mbps Internet
SPACES
200
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
80
out of 100
Excellent80
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Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
85
out of 100
Excellent85
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Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
70
out of 100
Good70
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Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
40h
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
85
Excellent85
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Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
90
Excellent90
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Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
95
Excellent95
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Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
90
Excellent90
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Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
85
Excellent85
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Language & Integration
English Proficiency
Low
50
Average50
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Language Barrier
Moderate
40
Poor40
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Expat Community
Community Size
Large
Integration Score
70
Good70
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Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
85
Health Index
LIFESPAN
80
Years
HOSPITALS
50
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
50
Fair
Average50
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Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
40
Fair
Poor40
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Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
30
Fair
Bad30
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Air Quality Index
Clean air
50
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$40
Public Transport
PER LITER
$1.20
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$1.50
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
90
Excellent
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
75
Good
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
30
Fair
Nearby Airports
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Location
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Key Statistics
27.1M
Population
70
Cost Index
100 Mbps
Internet
$1.0K
1BR Rent
90
Transport
$2K
Avg Salary
Quality of LifeLarge expat community
78
Overall Quality Score
Excellent quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
78
Excellent
Good78
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Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
90
Outstanding
Excellent90
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Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
95
Outstanding
Excellent95
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Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
90
Outstanding
Excellent90
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English Proficiency
Language accessibility
50
Good
Average50
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Expat Integration
Community inclusion
70
Very Good
Good70
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Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 90/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 95/100
Entertainment
90/100 entertainment options
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