China vs Indonesia: Which Is Cheaper?

China — Shanghai
China
Indonesia — Jakarta
Indonesia
Quick answer: Indonesia is cheaper than China for everyday living — about $736 versus $1,001 a month, roughly 26% less. On other factors, Indonesia is safer and China has faster internet.

Indonesia is the cheaper country overall — about 26% less than China, or roughly $736 versus $1,001 a month for a single person (population-weighted across 6 and 8 cities). A city-centre one-bedroom averages $332 in Indonesia against $664 in China. Indonesia rates higher on safety (64 vs 59/100). Internet is faster in China (211 vs 31 Mbps). Healthcare scores 68 vs 57/100, favouring China.

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