🇭🇰 Hong Kong Relocation Data 2026
Key statistics for expats and relocators
Data updated · Region: Asia · Free with attribution (CC BY 4.0)
Overall Score
68/100
Global Rank
#9/95
Est. Monthly Cost
$2,350
Dimension Breakdown
Confidence: 88%. Scores weighted using default quality-of-life profile. Source: WhereNext Global Relocation Index, compiled from institutional datasets (World Bank, WHO, GPI, OECD, EF EPI).
Cost of Living Breakdown
| Category | Affordability Index | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Groceries | 16/100 | Expensive |
| Rent | 55/100 | Moderate |
| Property Purchase | 55/100 | Moderate |
| Utilities | 55/100 | Moderate |
| Transport | 36/100 | Expensive |
| Overall (composite) | 64 | higher = more expensive |
Sub-indexes: higher = more affordable. Overall index: higher = more expensive. Estimated solo monthly cost: $2,350 USD (calibrated so US index 82 = ~$3,000/mo).
Top Cities in Hong Kong
Tax Overview
| Tax Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Top Income Tax Rate | 17% |
| VAT / GST | 0% |
| Corporate Tax | 16.5% |
| Effective Rate at $60K | 7.3% |
Special Tax Regimes
- Territorial tax system (only HK-sourced income taxed)
- Two-tier profits tax (8.25% on first HKD 2M)
No VAT/GST. Territorial taxation. Salaries tax capped at the two-tier standard rate: 15% on the first HK$5M of net income, 16% above (since 2024/25).
Effective Tax by Income Tier (Salary)
| Gross Income (USD) | Effective Rate | Monthly Take-Home |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | 10% | $3,753 |
| $100,000 | 13% | $7,211 |
| $200,000 | 15% | $14,128 |
Estimated for a single-filer resident on salary income. Includes income tax + social contributions. Actual liability varies by residency status, treaties, and deductions. Sources: OECD Tax Database, Deloitte Tax Guides.
Visa Access by Passport
| Passport | Access Level | Max Stay (days) | Work Allowed | Nomad Visa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 United States | Visa-Free | 90 | No | No |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | Visa-Free | 180 | No | No |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | Visa-Free | 90 | No | No |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | Visa-Free | 90 | No | No |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | Visa-Free | 90 | No | No |
Visa data for tourist/short-stay access. Work permits and long-term residency require separate applications. Source: WhereNext visa requirements database (73 passports mapped).
Key Facts
| Capital | N/A (Special Administrative Region) |
| Population | 7.5 Million |
| Currency | Hong Kong Dollar (HKD) |
| Languages | Cantonese, English, Mandarin |
| Region | East Asia |
| Timezone | HKT (UTC+8) |
| English Proficiency | High |
How to Cite
WhereNext. "Hong Kong Relocation Data 2026." WhereNext Open Data, 2026-04-12. https://getwherenext.com/data/country/hk. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.