What are the highest paying jobs in China?

The highest paying jobs in China include Supply Chain Manager ($28,000). Senior-level roles in technology, healthcare, and finance typically command the highest salaries.

What is the cost of living in China?

China has a cost of living index of 40/100 and a purchasing power parity (PPP) factor of 2.00. This means a salary of $50,000 in China has roughly the local purchasing power of $25,000 in the United States.

What currency are salaries paid in China?

Salaries in China are typically paid in CNY (¥). All figures on this page are converted to USD at current exchange rates for fair cross-country comparison.

How does China compare to other countries for salary?

China salaries are -63.7% compared to the global average. Use our compare tool to see how China stacks up against any other country side-by-side, including PPP-adjusted purchasing power.

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Salaries in China

Salary data for the top 1 job roles in China in 2026. Figures are in USD unless otherwise noted.

Avg. salary (mid)

$28,000

vs. global avg

-63.7%

Currency

CNY ¥

Cost of living

40 / 100

Average Salary in China by Experience

Average across all tracked roles · USD

Entry-level

0–2 yrs

$14K

Mid-level

3–5 yrs

$28K

Senior

6+ yrs

$55K

Cost of living index: 40/100 · PPP factor: 2.00x vs. USD

Top Roles by Salary

Median annual salary in USD · Mid-level experience

Salary by Role

Role	Level	Min	Median	Max
Supply Chain ManagerCNY	Mid-level	$16K	$28K	$44K

Source: Aggregated public data 2025–2026. All figures in USD.

Frequently Asked Questions

The average mid-level salary in China is $28,000 per year, which is -63.7% compared to the global average of $77,108. Salaries vary significantly by industry, experience level, and city.

Last updated: May 9, 2026 · Source: Aggregated public data (BLS, Glassdoor, LinkedIn, PayScale).