Changsha
City in Hunan, China
Overview
Changsha, the capital of Hunan province, is a lively city on the Xiang River known for its dynamic food scene, ancient history, and thriving university culture. The city combines modern skyscrapers with lush mountains and historic sites, making it a fascinating destination for travelers.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
China
Province
Hunan
Population
10,047,914
Time Zone
Asia/Shanghai
Coordinates
28.15°, 113.24°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
80
Female Safety
75
LGBTQ+ Safety
50
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
70
Monthly Cost
$1,105
Local Cost
$501
Local Income
$750
Cashless
95
English
30
Temperature
17.9°C
Summer Avg
27.4°C
Winter Avg
6.8°C
Record High
39.8°C
Record Low
-9.9°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
1559 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
CSX
Distance
5 km
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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.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 90/100.