The buying power of 7000rmbs these days in china is like making 4000rmb back in 2002, oh my how the times have changed! Things like hand lotion, soap, towels, instant noodles, imported meat, juice, soda, pastry snacks, fruits, and even flavored/already made dishes in supermarkets of mediocre quality by C-H-I-N-E-S-E standards have doubled or tripled in price.

This person would certainly not be saving ANYTHING.

Being close to New York City, I can honestly say that consumer goods if you even make a small amount of effort looking in Manhattan or Brooklyn (two of the most expensive urban districts in the entire world to live in) you will find the same things much cheaper and of equal or BETTER value. There is a reason why young people don't mind sharing an apartment in some cities around the world, but rich folks want to move out of other cities in other parts.