Here’s how much Hong Kongers spend on food delivery 

The average monthly spending increased by 22% in 2022.

More than 23% of consumers in Hong Kong spend over $2,000 monthly in 2022, up from only 12% in 2019, Deliveroo reported in its latest consumer survey. 

The average amount Hong Kongers spend per month has also increased by 22% to $1,334 in 2022 from $1,095 in 2019. 

The survey, conducted by Censuswide in September 2022, explored the habits of some 1,000 Hong Kong consumers. 

Despite increases in spending, the report found that there is a “notable” differences across districts. 

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The highest monthly spending was seen in Wan Chai ($1,844), Central and Western ($1,810), and Yuen Long (HK$1,678). 

Consumers in Hong Kong Island are also more likely to reward themselves with food delivery (22%), compared to those in Kowloon (14%) and New Territories (15%).

The survey also found a rise in the popularity of food delivery services amongst more mature generations.

More than 4 in 5 (83%) respondents aged 46-55 acknowledge a year-on-year increase in food delivery service use (compared to the overall average of 77%). 

More than three-quarters (76%) of respondents aged 46-55 indicated that they will maintain or increase their use of food delivery services in the next year (compared to the overall average of 72%).