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Cost of Utilities in Beijing

 
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teflsweet



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PostPosted: Wed Jun 24, 2009 6:57 pm    Post subject: Cost of Utilities in Beijing Reply with quote

What can I expect to pay for utilities (gas/electric, internet, water) in Beijing?

-Thanks
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evaforsure



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PostPosted: Thu Jun 25, 2009 12:59 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

480 rmb per 1 to 2 months ele...
phone with internet 180 rmb per month..
30 rmb every 6 months, the area compound trash p/up and cleaning grounds..
gas really low .. like I have only paid twice in several years...cant remember .. the cost
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deputamadre



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PostPosted: Thu Jun 25, 2009 2:01 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Last time I bought a gas can (for cooking) it was 65 RMB.
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teflsweet



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PostPosted: Thu Jun 25, 2009 2:43 am    Post subject: good info Reply with quote

Thanks!
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Jordean



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PostPosted: Fri Jun 26, 2009 4:13 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Per month:

Electricity 75 RMB (higher in winter, lousy heat)

Water 25 RMB

Gas 35 RMB

China Telecom with DSL internet 120 RMB

offset by the 10 RMB I get from the recycling lady for my empties...
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