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๐Ÿ’ก Smart Analysis

Comparing Nanjing and Beijing: Average gross pay is 10% higher in Beijing. Cost of living is 12% cheaper in Nanjing. With higher take-home and lower expenses, Nanjing is a more financially comfortable place to live with an affordability score of 7.9/10 compared to 7.8/10.

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Nanjing
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Beijing

๐Ÿ’ฐ Gross Salaries & Ranges

Average Gross Salary (Annual)
The primary average salary across experience ranges
$40,000/yr
$44,000/yr
HIGHER
Junior Developer Pay
$18,000
$19,000
Mid-Level Developer Pay
$34,000
$37,000
Senior Developer Pay
$55,000
$61,000
Lead / Architect Pay
$71,000
$82,000

๐Ÿ  Monthly Cost of Living

Rent โ€” City Center (1 Bed)
$800
$900
Rent โ€” Suburbs (1 Bed)
$494
$560
Groceries (Monthly)
$210
$230
Public Transport Pass
$42
$45
Utilities (Electricity, Internet)
$132
$140
Estimated Cost of Living
Rent center, groceries, transport plans & hobbies included
$1,419/mo
CHEAPER
$1,620/mo

๐Ÿงพ Tax rates & Take-home

Average Income Tax Rate
13%
13%
Social Security Deduction
11%
11%
Monthly Take-home (After Tax)
Estimated direct net monthly deposit based on mid-level pay
$2,026/mo
$2,205/mo

๐Ÿ“Š Affordability & Savings

Affordability Index
Score out of 10 comparing local net pay to costs
7.9
MORE AFFORDABLE
7.8
Monthly Savings Potential
Money left over after all standard cost of living expenses
$607/mo
$585/mo
Months to Save $10,000
~16 months
~17 months
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