Chengdu

🇨🇳China•East Asia

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living44

Safety59

Healthcare71

Career Opportunities64

Climate66

Transport82

Air Quality65.5

Family Friendliness71.33

Education73

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Chengdu a good place to live?

Chengdu scores 65/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 44/100), moderately safe (safety: 59/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 71/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Chengdu?

Chengdu has a cost of living score of 44/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Chengdu?

Chengdu has a transport score of 82/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Chengdu?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Chengdu are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Chengdu safe for expats?

Chengdu has a safety score of 59/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 65.5/100.

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