Debates rage in China over living costs in HK

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It can be challenging to save money in Hong Kong. BLOOMBERG
It can be challenging to save money in Hong Kong. BLOOMBERG

Staff reporter

Is pricey Hong Kong nearly 10 times costlier than China?

A recent discussion on Xiaohongshu has reignited intense debates about differences in salary and living costs between Hong Kong and the mainland.

A video posted by a user highlights the perception gap, with many mainlanders arguing that a monthly salary of HK$30,000 in Hong Kong holds the same purchasing power as 3,000 yuan (HK$3,249) in the mainland due to high expenses.

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