Hong Kong, Hong Kong

In 2023, a single person living in Hong Kong needs approximately HKD 25,427/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around HKD 51,019/month. Hong Kong is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Hong Kong costs approximately HKD 17,860/month in 2023. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around HKD 34,780/month. Rent has changed +6.8% vs 2022.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Hong Kong are approximately HKD 4,888 in 2023. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Hong Kong costs HKD 583 in 2023, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Hong Kong average HKD 1,457 in 2023, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Hong Kong is located in Hong Kong (Asia). With a 1-bed rent of HKD 17,860/month and total single-person expenses around HKD 25,427/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Hong Kong costs approximately HKD 80 in 2023. Budget around HKD 639/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Hong Kong from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 18.2% over this period (from HKD 16,720 in 2022 to HKD 19,768 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Hong Kong in 2023, a single person needs approximately HKD 25,427/month. This covers rent (HKD 17,860), groceries (HKD 4,888), transport (HKD 583), utilities (HKD 1,457) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around HKD 51,019/month.