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China · Asia · Population 20,937,757 · Asia/Shanghai

Chengdu in China (Asia) offers an estimated monthly cost of ~$1005 incl. rent, an average annual temperature of 17.5°C for digital nomads and remote workers. This page compiles cost of living, safety, climate, internet speed, air quality and visa overview with per-item data sources and dates.

Monthly cost

$1005incl. rent · est. range

$854 – $1206

Source: public statistical estimate (NYC=100 basis) linear fit + page snapshot, updated 2026-10-07

Safety index

Data pending (see country-level)

Source: no city-level safety estimate

Climate (10-yr avg)

17.5°C avg/yr

1104mm · 2217h sunshine/yr

Source: Open-Meteo Historical（CC BY 4.0）2015–2024

Fixed broadband

200Mbps median down

Source: public statistical estimate (fixed broadband) (country-level)

Air quality

62µg/m³ PM2.5 · Poor

Source: Open-Meteo CAMS · WHO 2021 band (2022-08 ~ 2024-12)

Visa overview

No dedicated digital-nomad visa; work residence permits require a domestic employer sponsor

Source: China snapshot (2026-10-03) · Disclaimer: visa policies change — always verify with official channels

FAQ

What is the cost of living in Chengdu?

Chengdu has an estimated monthly cost of ~$1005 including rent (range $854–$1206), based on open-data statistical estimates and page snapshots.

Is Chengdu safe?

City-level safety index is pending; country-level reference for China is 77/100 (Global Peace Index rank #94). Always check the latest official travel advisories.

How can Chinese passport holders enter China?

Snapshot as of 2026-10-03: mainland Chinese passport holders are visaFree to China. Verify with official immigration channels before travel.

How fast is the internet in Chengdu?

Median fixed broadband download is about 200 Mbps (public statistical estimate) at country level.

About China

China: GDP per capita ~$13,862 (World Bank), HDI 0.788, Global Peace Index rank #94 (IEP 2024). Open China country page →

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