Why is eating out so cheap in China?
Why is eating out so cheap in China? A lot of food is relatively cheap in China due to lower taxes and lower production and distribution costs. That said, prepared food in some restaurants and outlets in cities like Beijing and Shanghai can cost pretty much exactly what it would cost in the UK.
Is it cheap for Americans to live in China?
The cost of food in big cities will likely be higher, but overall, the average cost of living in China is 40.61% lower than in the United States . Meals can be as cheap as $2, and the average rent is floating around $600 a month (with the low end close to $300, and up to $1500).