American International School
Verified
Kowloon TongAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ap Course Ledger
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Overview
Hong Kong🌍
At a Glance
How Hong Kong compares across key indices
Cost of Living
75 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
85/100
Healthcare
81/100
Quality of Life
168/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Hong Kong
Cost of Living
75
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
56
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
75
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
79
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Low RiskHow safe residents feel in Hong Kong - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
85/100
Crime Index
25/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
Daytime100
Nighttime100
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in Hong Kong
Hong Kong has 140 modeled cities; this view starts with 40 curated or popular options. Monthly costs for a single person range from $1,482 in LOHAS Park to $2,041 in Hong Kong. Tsuen Wan leads on safety, scoring 85/100. Tsuen Wan ranks highest for quality of life at 167/200.
💸Most Affordable
LOHAS Park
$1,482/mo
Safest
Tsuen Wan
85/100
Best Quality of Life
Tsuen Wan
167/200
Best Healthcare
Hong Kong
95/100
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Featured
Curated and popular cities first.
40 of 140 shown| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $2,041 | 77/100 | 165/200 | 95/100 | 63 |
| New Territories | $1,826 | 80/100 | 166/200 | 91/100 | 59 |
| Kowloon | $1,780 | 81/100 | 166/200 | 89/100 | 57 |
| Hong Kong Island | $1,732 | 82/100 | 166/200 | 87/100 | 54 |
| Victoria | $1,714 | 83/100 | 166/200 | 86/100 | 54 |
| Tuen Mun | $1,664 | 84/100 | 167/200 | 84/100 | 51 |
| Sha Tin | $1,663 | 84/100 | 167/200 | 84/100 | 51 |
| Sham Shui Po | $1,651 | 84/100 | 167/200 | 84/100 | 50 |
| Wong Tai Sin | $1,649 | 84/100 | 167/200 | 84/100 | 50 |
| Kowloon City | $1,649 | 84/100 | 167/200 | 84/100 | 50 |
| Tseung Kwan O | $1,648 | 84/100 | 167/200 | 84/100 | 50 |
| Kwai Chung | $1,630 | 85/100 | 167/200 | 83/100 | 49 |
| Tsuen Wan | $1,628 | 85/100 | 167/200 | 83/100 | 49 |
| Tin Shui Wai | $1,618 | 85/100 | 167/200 | 82/100 | 49 |
| Tai Po | $1,615 | 85/100 | 167/200 | 82/100 | 49 |
| Fanling | $1,612 | 85/100 | 167/200 | 82/100 | 49 |
| Ma On Shan | $1,597 | 85/100 | 167/200 | 82/100 | 48 |
| Yuen Long | $1,590 | 85/100 | 167/200 | 81/100 | 47 |
| Yuen Long San Hui | $1,590 | 85/100 | 167/200 | 81/100 | 47 |
| Kowloon City Centre | $1,589 | 85/100 | 167/200 | 81/100 | 47 |
| Tsing Yi Town | $1,584 | 85/100 | 167/200 | 81/100 | 47 |
| Yuen Long Kau Hui | $1,577 | 85/100 | 166/200 | 81/100 | 47 |
| Wan Chai | $1,577 | 85/100 | 166/200 | 81/100 | 47 |
| Aberdeen | $1,572 | 85/100 | 166/200 | 81/100 | 47 |
| San Tung Chung Hang | $1,547 | 85/100 | 166/200 | 80/100 | 45 |
| Tung Chung | $1,546 | 85/100 | 166/200 | 80/100 | 45 |
| Sha Tin Wai | $1,518 | 85/100 | 166/200 | 78/100 | 44 |
| Shap Pat Heung | $1,516 | 85/100 | 166/200 | 78/100 | 44 |
| Pok Fu Lam | $1,516 | 85/100 | 166/200 | 78/100 | 44 |
| Nam Cheong | $1,513 | 85/100 | 166/200 | 78/100 | 44 |
| Kowloon West End | $1,513 | 85/100 | 166/200 | 78/100 | 44 |
| Mong Kok | $1,500 | 85/100 | 166/200 | 78/100 | 43 |
| Siu Lek Yuen | $1,493 | 85/100 | 166/200 | 77/100 | 43 |
| Sau Mau Ping | $1,488 | 85/100 | 166/200 | 77/100 | 42 |
| Tiu Keng Leng | $1,485 | 85/100 | 166/200 | 77/100 | 42 |
| LOHAS Park | $1,482 | 85/100 | 166/200 | 77/100 | 42 |
| Mei Foo | $1,482 | 85/100 | 166/200 | 77/100 | 42 |
| Ping Shan | $1,482 | 85/100 | 166/200 | 77/100 | 42 |
| Kai Tak | $1,482 | 85/100 | 166/200 | 77/100 | 42 |
| Jordan | $1,482 | 85/100 | 166/200 | 77/100 | 42 |
Freedom Abroad estimates are modeled for a single person including rent. Pollution: lower score = cleaner air. Click column headers to sort.
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Detailed comparison of cost of living, safety, and quality of life
Families
Schools
9 verified school profiles across 8 cities in Hong Kong — language model, grade range, credentials, and published tuition. A sample is shown here; filter the full set in the School Finder.
Christian Alliance International School
Verified
KowloonAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ap Course Ledger
Concordia International School
Verified
KowloonAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ap Course Ledger
French International School
Verified
Happy ValleyAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ap Course Ledger
Harbour School
Verified
Ap Lei ChauAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ap Course Ledger
Hong Kong Adventist Academy
Verified
Sai KungAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ap Course Ledger
School records are maintained from direct school pages, public credential directories, public registry claims, and carefully labeled directory/community sources. Admissions, seat availability, and tuition can change quickly, so Freedom Abroad treats unpublished costs as “Contact school” instead of estimating.
Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Hong Kong
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Environment
Air quality, water, and environmental conditions in Hong Kong
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Hong Kong, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Hong Kong?
Hong Kong has a cost of living index of 75 relative to New York City (100). It is comparable in cost to most US cities. Monthly costs for a single person start around $1,546 in Tung Chung and reach $2,041 in Hong Kong.
What is the cheapest city in Hong Kong for expats?
Tung Chung is the most affordable city in Hong Kong in Freedom Abroad estimates, with estimated monthly costs of $1,546 for a single person including rent. San Tung Chung Hang is the next most affordable at $1,547/mo.
Is Hong Kong safe for expats?
Hong Kong has a safety index of 85/100, making it very safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Tsuen Wan scores highest on safety at 85/100.
What is the best city in Hong Kong for expats and digital nomads?
Tsuen Wan ranks highest for quality of life in Hong Kong, scoring 167/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $1,628/mo for a single person. For budget-conscious expats, Tung Chung offers the lowest monthly costs at $1,546/mo.
How good is healthcare in Hong Kong?
Hong Kong scores 81/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it excellent by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
Is Hong Kong cheaper than the United States?
Yes. Hong Kong's cost of living is roughly 25% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 44% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
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