Income Breakdown

Full-time salary only (gross)

Accommodation

Live in an on-campus apartment and don't pay rent. Just electric.

Monthly Expenses

Standard of Living

My standard of living is great because I work very little and my biggest expense (rent) is covered.

Local Bargains

Currently, the covered rent, but other than that, transport is super cheap compared to back home.

Minimum Survival Income

You need at least 15,000 a month to be somewhat comfortable without going crazy. But anything above that just makes life so much easier. Also, that's assuming your rent is covered by your employer. Otherwise, if you want to live closer to the center of the city, considering spending a minimum of 4,000 rmb a month for something decent-ish.