China is doing better for its citizens than the U.S. is, but Trump is not keying on changing that. He is keying on....

[Luckyone]

How China Is Outperforming the United States in Critical Technologies​

According to the latest findings from Australian Strategic Policy Institute’s (ASPI) Critical Technology Tracker, which evaluates 64 critical technology categories across 8 domains (e.g., artificial intelligence and robotics), show that China leading in 57, while the United States leads in only 7 technology sub-categories. This is concerning because these critical technologies are the key input to advanced sectors that China is quickly overtaking.

China is outperforming the United States in several areas that directly impact everyday life (not all aspects but many), including quality of life, safety, transportation, infrastructure, and the affordability of food, among others.

While the U.S. offers higher income and wealth, China provides a lower-cost, safer, and less financially stressful living environment, narrowing the quality-of-life gap.

Cost​

Living expenses in China are significantly lower than in the U.S. The average monthly cost of living in China is around $650, compared to $2,515 in the U.S., making China approximately 74% less expensive overall. Housing in the U.S. consumes 25–35% of income, with monthly rents ranging from $1,200–$1,800, whereas in China, rents are typically $350–$700 per month. Daily expenses such as food and transportation are also cheaper in China, with transportation costs roughly 80% lower and food 50–60% less expensive.

Healthcare
Healthcare in the U.S. is costly, averaging $5,177 per household annually, and medical debt affects nearly half of adults. In contrast, China’s subsidized healthcare system costs $350–$565 per year, reducing financial stress. Education is another major difference: a four-year public university in the U.S. costs $50,000–$60,000, often leading to significant student debt, while in China, a full degree costs $3,000–$5,000.

Safety
China consistently ranks as one of the safest countries, with violent crime rates 5–10 times lower than in the U.S. and virtually no gun-related deaths. The U.S. has higher crime rates and a notable homelessness problem, contributing to stress and insecurity in daily life. Social support and community cohesion in China also contribute to a sense of security and well-being.

Income
Although U.S. households generally earn more, 60–70% of Americans live paycheck-to-paycheck, compared to 30–40% in China, where households save more and experience less financial pressure. The average after-tax salary in China covers living expenses for 1.3 months, while in the U.S., it covers 1.8 months, reflecting higher absolute income but also higher costs.

Subjective
According to the World Happiness Report, subjective well-being and life satisfaction are influenced not only by income but also by social support, safety, and affordability. While the U.S. ranks higher in wealth and innovation, the everyday living experience in China can be less stressful due to lower costs, greater safety, and stronger social buffers.

Summary

• United States: Higher income, advanced infrastructure, diverse housing, and modern amenities, but higher costs, financial stress, and safety concerns in certain areas.
  
• China: Lower cost of living, safer environment, affordable healthcare and education, and less financial stress, especially in tier-two and tier-three cities.
  
  Overall, while the U.S. maintains advantages in wealth and innovation, China offers a more affordable and secure daily living experience, making the quality-of-life gap narrower than raw GDP or income figures suggest.

and what is Trump keying on?

What Trump Has Promised on China in a Second Term​

President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to take a tough stance on China in his second term.

In the new documentary China, the U.S. & the Rise of Xi Jinping, FRONTLINE traces how Trump’s first administration dealt with China, and the evolution of his tense relationship with the Chinese leader.

He is keying on
1) Tariffs
2) Crackdown on Economic Espionage
3) Restricting Chinese ownership of U.S. resources amd infrastructure

These are all "defensive" measures (meaning he considers China a dangerous foe instead of a potential ally). He is not keying on learning how to make things better for Americans and working together with China to make it happen. He is scared of China and wants to get rid of them and not learn from them.

Americans be damned. It is his ego first and foremost. Trump is a loser!

 

[Gabe Lackmann]

They are a growing, prospering nation. We are a captured, collapsing one.

Things never change. Cycle cycles.

 

[Dogmaphobe]

My goodness, such naked Chicom propaganda!

I hear their organ harvesting technology is first rate.

 

[MarathonMike]

How China Is Outperforming the United States in Critical Technologies​

According to the latest findings from Australian Strategic Policy Institute’s (ASPI) Critical Technology Tracker, which evaluates 64 critical technology categories across 8 domains (e.g., artificial intelligence and robotics), show that China leading in 57, while the United States leads in only 7 technology sub-categories. This is concerning because these critical technologies are the key input to advanced sectors that China is quickly overtaking.

China is outperforming the United States in several areas that directly impact everyday life (not all aspects but many), including quality of life, safety, transportation, infrastructure, and the affordability of food, among others.

While the U.S. offers higher income and wealth, China provides a lower-cost, safer, and less financially stressful living environment, narrowing the quality-of-life gap.

Cost​

Living expenses in China are significantly lower than in the U.S. The average monthly cost of living in China is around $650, compared to $2,515 in the U.S., making China approximately 74% less expensive overall. Housing in the U.S. consumes 25–35% of income, with monthly rents ranging from $1,200–$1,800, whereas in China, rents are typically $350–$700 per month. Daily expenses such as food and transportation are also cheaper in China, with transportation costs roughly 80% lower and food 50–60% less expensive.

Healthcare
Healthcare in the U.S. is costly, averaging $5,177 per household annually, and medical debt affects nearly half of adults. In contrast, China’s subsidized healthcare system costs $350–$565 per year, reducing financial stress. Education is another major difference: a four-year public university in the U.S. costs $50,000–$60,000, often leading to significant student debt, while in China, a full degree costs $3,000–$5,000.

Safety
China consistently ranks as one of the safest countries, with violent crime rates 5–10 times lower than in the U.S. and virtually no gun-related deaths. The U.S. has higher crime rates and a notable homelessness problem, contributing to stress and insecurity in daily life. Social support and community cohesion in China also contribute to a sense of security and well-being.

Income
Although U.S. households generally earn more, 60–70% of Americans live paycheck-to-paycheck, compared to 30–40% in China, where households save more and experience less financial pressure. The average after-tax salary in China covers living expenses for 1.3 months, while in the U.S., it covers 1.8 months, reflecting higher absolute income but also higher costs.

Subjective
According to the World Happiness Report, subjective well-being and life satisfaction are influenced not only by income but also by social support, safety, and affordability. While the U.S. ranks higher in wealth and innovation, the everyday living experience in China can be less stressful due to lower costs, greater safety, and stronger social buffers.

Summary

• United States: Higher income, advanced infrastructure, diverse housing, and modern amenities, but higher costs, financial stress, and safety concerns in certain areas.
• China: Lower cost of living, safer environment, affordable healthcare and education, and less financial stress, especially in tier-two and tier-three cities.
  
  Overall, while the U.S. maintains advantages in wealth and innovation, China offers a more affordable and secure daily living experience, making the quality-of-life gap narrower than raw GDP or income figures suggest.

and what is Trump keying on?

What Trump Has Promised on China in a Second Term​

President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to take a tough stance on China in his second term.

In the new documentary China, the U.S. & the Rise of Xi Jinping, FRONTLINE traces how Trump’s first administration dealt with China, and the evolution of his tense relationship with the Chinese leader.

He is keying on
1) Tariffs
2) Crackdown on Economic Espionage
3) Restricting Chinese ownership of U.S. resources amd infrastructure

These are all "defensive" measures (meaning he considers China a dangerous foe instead of a potential ally). He is not keying on learning how to make things better for Americans and working together with China to make it happen. He is scared of China and wants to get rid of them and not learn from them.

Americans be damned. It is his ego first and foremost. Trump is a loser!

Why would an 80 year old retired BANKER need to shill for China? Their economy is spiraling into the toilet.

 

[MarathonMike]

My goodness, such naked Chicom propaganda!

I hear their organ harvesting technology is first rate.

Banker needs the money.

 

[Luckyone]

My goodness, such naked Chicom propaganda!

I hear their organ harvesting technology is first rate.

Reality does suck, doesn't it?..............especially with Trump as president!

 

[Independent thinker]

How China Is Outperforming the United States in Critical Technologies​

According to the latest findings from Australian Strategic Policy Institute’s (ASPI) Critical Technology Tracker, which evaluates 64 critical technology categories across 8 domains (e.g., artificial intelligence and robotics), show that China leading in 57, while the United States leads in only 7 technology sub-categories. This is concerning because these critical technologies are the key input to advanced sectors that China is quickly overtaking.

China is outperforming the United States in several areas that directly impact everyday life (not all aspects but many), including quality of life, safety, transportation, infrastructure, and the affordability of food, among others.

While the U.S. offers higher income and wealth, China provides a lower-cost, safer, and less financially stressful living environment, narrowing the quality-of-life gap.

Cost​

Living expenses in China are significantly lower than in the U.S. The average monthly cost of living in China is around $650, compared to $2,515 in the U.S., making China approximately 74% less expensive overall. Housing in the U.S. consumes 25–35% of income, with monthly rents ranging from $1,200–$1,800, whereas in China, rents are typically $350–$700 per month. Daily expenses such as food and transportation are also cheaper in China, with transportation costs roughly 80% lower and food 50–60% less expensive.

Healthcare
Healthcare in the U.S. is costly, averaging $5,177 per household annually, and medical debt affects nearly half of adults. In contrast, China’s subsidized healthcare system costs $350–$565 per year, reducing financial stress. Education is another major difference: a four-year public university in the U.S. costs $50,000–$60,000, often leading to significant student debt, while in China, a full degree costs $3,000–$5,000.

Safety
China consistently ranks as one of the safest countries, with violent crime rates 5–10 times lower than in the U.S. and virtually no gun-related deaths. The U.S. has higher crime rates and a notable homelessness problem, contributing to stress and insecurity in daily life. Social support and community cohesion in China also contribute to a sense of security and well-being.

Income
Although U.S. households generally earn more, 60–70% of Americans live paycheck-to-paycheck, compared to 30–40% in China, where households save more and experience less financial pressure. The average after-tax salary in China covers living expenses for 1.3 months, while in the U.S., it covers 1.8 months, reflecting higher absolute income but also higher costs.

Subjective
According to the World Happiness Report, subjective well-being and life satisfaction are influenced not only by income but also by social support, safety, and affordability. While the U.S. ranks higher in wealth and innovation, the everyday living experience in China can be less stressful due to lower costs, greater safety, and stronger social buffers.

Summary

• United States: Higher income, advanced infrastructure, diverse housing, and modern amenities, but higher costs, financial stress, and safety concerns in certain areas.
• China: Lower cost of living, safer environment, affordable healthcare and education, and less financial stress, especially in tier-two and tier-three cities.
  
  Overall, while the U.S. maintains advantages in wealth and innovation, China offers a more affordable and secure daily living experience, making the quality-of-life gap narrower than raw GDP or income figures suggest.

and what is Trump keying on?

What Trump Has Promised on China in a Second Term​

President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to take a tough stance on China in his second term.

In the new documentary China, the U.S. & the Rise of Xi Jinping, FRONTLINE traces how Trump’s first administration dealt with China, and the evolution of his tense relationship with the Chinese leader.

He is keying on
1) Tariffs
2) Crackdown on Economic Espionage
3) Restricting Chinese ownership of U.S. resources amd infrastructure

These are all "defensive" measures (meaning he considers China a dangerous foe instead of a potential ally). He is not keying on learning how to make things better for Americans and working together with China to make it happen. He is scared of China and wants to get rid of them and not learn from them.

Americans be damned. It is his ego first and foremost. Trump is a loser!

LOL Wages in China are about a dollar an hour. Is that what you want?

 

[Lockback]

My goodness, such naked Chicom propaganda!

I hear their organ harvesting technology is first rate.

It's the best!!

It's hilarious how many here are just nakedly rooting for communism, always leaving out the bad parts.

 

[Luckyone]

LOL Wages in China are about a dollar an hour. Is that what you want?

income only relates to expenses. If expenses are low, the income is not so important

Living expenses in China are significantly lower than in the U.S. The average monthly cost of living in China is around $650, compared to $2,515 in the U.S., making China approximately 74% less expensive overall. Housing in the U.S. consumes 25–35% of income, with monthly rents ranging from $1,200–$1,800, whereas in China, rents are typically $350–$700 per month. Daily expenses such as food and transportation are also cheaper in China, with transportation costs roughly 80% lower and food 50–60% less expensive.

 

[C_Clayton_Jones]

How China Is Outperforming the United States in Critical Technologies​

According to the latest findings from Australian Strategic Policy Institute’s (ASPI) Critical Technology Tracker, which evaluates 64 critical technology categories across 8 domains (e.g., artificial intelligence and robotics), show that China leading in 57, while the United States leads in only 7 technology sub-categories. This is concerning because these critical technologies are the key input to advanced sectors that China is quickly overtaking.

China is outperforming the United States in several areas that directly impact everyday life (not all aspects but many), including quality of life, safety, transportation, infrastructure, and the affordability of food, among others.

While the U.S. offers higher income and wealth, China provides a lower-cost, safer, and less financially stressful living environment, narrowing the quality-of-life gap.

Cost​

Living expenses in China are significantly lower than in the U.S. The average monthly cost of living in China is around $650, compared to $2,515 in the U.S., making China approximately 74% less expensive overall. Housing in the U.S. consumes 25–35% of income, with monthly rents ranging from $1,200–$1,800, whereas in China, rents are typically $350–$700 per month. Daily expenses such as food and transportation are also cheaper in China, with transportation costs roughly 80% lower and food 50–60% less expensive.

Healthcare
Healthcare in the U.S. is costly, averaging $5,177 per household annually, and medical debt affects nearly half of adults. In contrast, China’s subsidized healthcare system costs $350–$565 per year, reducing financial stress. Education is another major difference: a four-year public university in the U.S. costs $50,000–$60,000, often leading to significant student debt, while in China, a full degree costs $3,000–$5,000.

Safety
China consistently ranks as one of the safest countries, with violent crime rates 5–10 times lower than in the U.S. and virtually no gun-related deaths. The U.S. has higher crime rates and a notable homelessness problem, contributing to stress and insecurity in daily life. Social support and community cohesion in China also contribute to a sense of security and well-being.

Income
Although U.S. households generally earn more, 60–70% of Americans live paycheck-to-paycheck, compared to 30–40% in China, where households save more and experience less financial pressure. The average after-tax salary in China covers living expenses for 1.3 months, while in the U.S., it covers 1.8 months, reflecting higher absolute income but also higher costs.

Subjective
According to the World Happiness Report, subjective well-being and life satisfaction are influenced not only by income but also by social support, safety, and affordability. While the U.S. ranks higher in wealth and innovation, the everyday living experience in China can be less stressful due to lower costs, greater safety, and stronger social buffers.

Summary

• United States: Higher income, advanced infrastructure, diverse housing, and modern amenities, but higher costs, financial stress, and safety concerns in certain areas.
• China: Lower cost of living, safer environment, affordable healthcare and education, and less financial stress, especially in tier-two and tier-three cities.
  
  Overall, while the U.S. maintains advantages in wealth and innovation, China offers a more affordable and secure daily living experience, making the quality-of-life gap narrower than raw GDP or income figures suggest.

and what is Trump keying on?

What Trump Has Promised on China in a Second Term​

President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to take a tough stance on China in his second term.

In the new documentary China, the U.S. & the Rise of Xi Jinping, FRONTLINE traces how Trump’s first administration dealt with China, and the evolution of his tense relationship with the Chinese leader.

He is keying on
1) Tariffs
2) Crackdown on Economic Espionage
3) Restricting Chinese ownership of U.S. resources amd infrastructure

These are all "defensive" measures (meaning he considers China a dangerous foe instead of a potential ally). He is not keying on learning how to make things better for Americans and working together with China to make it happen. He is scared of China and wants to get rid of them and not learn from them.

Americans be damned. It is his ego first and foremost. Trump is a loser!

It's not just Trump, Congressional Republicans are also to blame.

 

[MarathonMike]

Reality does suck, doesn't it?..............especially with Trump as president!

Here is the reality BANKER. No one is buying what you are selling:

China’s real estate and debt crisis is a severe, multi-year economic downturn triggered by a massive overbuilding boom and government efforts to curb reckless corporate borrowing. It has resulted in plunging property values, defaults by major developers, and roughly 80 to 90 million vacant homes nationwide.

 

[StarAnus]

But we are getting back to that good old clean American coal, everyone! Coal mining is the future, these fancy schmancy sci-fi technologies will never work. The horseless carriage will never catch on

 

[Independent thinker]

income only relates to expenses. If expenses are low, the income is not so important

Living expenses in China are significantly lower than in the U.S. The average monthly cost of living in China is around $650, compared to $2,515 in the U.S., making China approximately 74% less expensive overall. Housing in the U.S. consumes 25–35% of income, with monthly rents ranging from $1,200–$1,800, whereas in China, rents are typically $350–$700 per month. Daily expenses such as food and transportation are also cheaper in China, with transportation costs roughly 80% lower and food 50–60% less expensive.

LOL. I see what you're saying. You're saying that lower wages means lower prices, which means affordability is better with lower wages.

 

[Dogmaphobe]

Here is the reality BANKER. No one is buying what you are selling:

China’s real estate and debt crisis is a severe, multi-year economic downturn triggered by a massive overbuilding boom and government efforts to curb reckless corporate borrowing. It has resulted in plunging property values, defaults by major developers, and roughly 80 to 90 million vacant homes nationwide.

He claims to be a banker while displaying all the mathematical ability of an inner city ten year old.

 

[Luckyone]

By the way and adding to the OP.

China is suffering an economic crisis due to disinflation. Nonetheless, this is due to the Tariff war that Trump is waging.

Trump wants China to fail so he is doing everything in his power to make it happen. If he is successful, it will mean that China will be hurt but this does not mean Americans will be better for it. We will continue to pay higher prices, have higher costs and nothing will improve for US (its citizens).

By the way, let me make one thing VERY CLEAR. This OP (and myself), we are not advocating for or lauding China. I don't live there and have no interest in doing so. I love my country (the U.S.). All this OP is doing is showing that we have the ABILITY to be a better country for ourselves but our leaders (presently Trump) are not taking us in that direction. We are been USED for the leader's benefit and not been helped as our leaders promised/vowed to do.

Reality is that more can be accomplished for all if all work TOGETHER and not by simply trying to beat each other to see who is best. What is wrong if we all are best and not just one side?

 

[Luckyone]

LOL. I see what you're saying. You're saying that lower wages means lower prices, which means affordability is better with lower wages.

lower prices (more than lower income) is what I mean!

For you to understand.

If I make $500 a week but my rent is $1800 a month, it is a problem as I only have $200 for other bills. If I make $300 a week but my rent is $500 a month, I have $700 a month to pay for other bills. I am $500 a month richer this way!!!! and yet I am making $1200 less income.

Get it?????

 

[Independent thinker]

lower prices (more than lower income) is what I mean!

For you to understand.

If I make $500 a week but my rent is $1800 a month, it is a problem as I only have $200 for other bills. If I make $300 a week but my rent is $500 a month, I have $700 a month to pay for other bills. I am $500 a month richer this way!!!! and yet I am making $1200 less income.

Get it?????

Well, if you look at all of the places where affordability is the worst, they are all the places whose wages are higher. You can pull down 100K in SF, LA, NYC and the like and not be able to make ends meet while you can make ends meet in Arkansas, Mississippi, Louisiana, and China only making 30K. This is a lightbulb moment for you. Put the pieces of the puzzle together.

 

[Thinker101]

How China Is Outperforming the United States in Critical Technologies​

According to the latest findings from Australian Strategic Policy Institute’s (ASPI) Critical Technology Tracker, which evaluates 64 critical technology categories across 8 domains (e.g., artificial intelligence and robotics), show that China leading in 57, while the United States leads in only 7 technology sub-categories. This is concerning because these critical technologies are the key input to advanced sectors that China is quickly overtaking.

China is outperforming the United States in several areas that directly impact everyday life (not all aspects but many), including quality of life, safety, transportation, infrastructure, and the affordability of food, among others.

While the U.S. offers higher income and wealth, China provides a lower-cost, safer, and less financially stressful living environment, narrowing the quality-of-life gap.

Cost​

Living expenses in China are significantly lower than in the U.S. The average monthly cost of living in China is around $650, compared to $2,515 in the U.S., making China approximately 74% less expensive overall. Housing in the U.S. consumes 25–35% of income, with monthly rents ranging from $1,200–$1,800, whereas in China, rents are typically $350–$700 per month. Daily expenses such as food and transportation are also cheaper in China, with transportation costs roughly 80% lower and food 50–60% less expensive.

Healthcare
Healthcare in the U.S. is costly, averaging $5,177 per household annually, and medical debt affects nearly half of adults. In contrast, China’s subsidized healthcare system costs $350–$565 per year, reducing financial stress. Education is another major difference: a four-year public university in the U.S. costs $50,000–$60,000, often leading to significant student debt, while in China, a full degree costs $3,000–$5,000.

Safety
China consistently ranks as one of the safest countries, with violent crime rates 5–10 times lower than in the U.S. and virtually no gun-related deaths. The U.S. has higher crime rates and a notable homelessness problem, contributing to stress and insecurity in daily life. Social support and community cohesion in China also contribute to a sense of security and well-being.

Income
Although U.S. households generally earn more, 60–70% of Americans live paycheck-to-paycheck, compared to 30–40% in China, where households save more and experience less financial pressure. The average after-tax salary in China covers living expenses for 1.3 months, while in the U.S., it covers 1.8 months, reflecting higher absolute income but also higher costs.

Subjective
According to the World Happiness Report, subjective well-being and life satisfaction are influenced not only by income but also by social support, safety, and affordability. While the U.S. ranks higher in wealth and innovation, the everyday living experience in China can be less stressful due to lower costs, greater safety, and stronger social buffers.

Summary

• United States: Higher income, advanced infrastructure, diverse housing, and modern amenities, but higher costs, financial stress, and safety concerns in certain areas.
• China: Lower cost of living, safer environment, affordable healthcare and education, and less financial stress, especially in tier-two and tier-three cities.
  
  Overall, while the U.S. maintains advantages in wealth and innovation, China offers a more affordable and secure daily living experience, making the quality-of-life gap narrower than raw GDP or income figures suggest.

and what is Trump keying on?

What Trump Has Promised on China in a Second Term​

President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to take a tough stance on China in his second term.

In the new documentary China, the U.S. & the Rise of Xi Jinping, FRONTLINE traces how Trump’s first administration dealt with China, and the evolution of his tense relationship with the Chinese leader.

He is keying on
1) Tariffs
2) Crackdown on Economic Espionage
3) Restricting Chinese ownership of U.S. resources amd infrastructure

These are all "defensive" measures (meaning he considers China a dangerous foe instead of a potential ally). He is not keying on learning how to make things better for Americans and working together with China to make it happen. He is scared of China and wants to get rid of them and not learn from them.

Americans be damned. It is his ego first and foremost. Trump is a loser!

That is good news, will you be moving to China?