Bei'an
City in Heilongjiang, China
Overview
Bei'an is a mid-sized city in northern Heilongjiang, known for its laid-back pace, blend of Soviet-influenced and Chinese architecture, and proximity to scenic countryside. The city offers an authentic, small-city Chinese experience away from heavy tourism, with affordable living and welcoming residents.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
China
Province
Heilongjiang
Population
308,237
Time Zone
Asia/Shanghai
Coordinates
48.14°, 127.15°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$677
Local Cost
$281
Local Income
$470
Cashless
65
English
10
Temperature
1.4°C
Summer Avg
19.9°C
Winter Avg
-19.8°C
Record High
37.6°C
Record Low
-44.1°C
Humidity
76%
Precipitation
593 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 63/100.