Shanghai's sports spending per capita reached a new high of 4,362.7 yuan ($600.74) in 2024, representing a 6.4 percent increase from the previous year, showcasing growing enthusiasm for sports and fitness among the city's residents.

The figures were released in a report presented at a news conference for the Shanghai Sports Consumption Festival on April 28.

According to the report, total sports-related consumption in the city reached 108.2 billion yuan in 2024.

Per capita spending in sports accounted for 4.9 percent of residents' disposable income and 8.3 percent of their total consumption expenditure.

The report highlighted the rising proportion of services in sports-related spending, which for the first time made up more than half of the total.

Women, parents with children, and young people were identified as the major contributors to sports consumption, particularly in the realm of outdoor sports activities.

The news conference also marked the official launch of the third edition of the Shanghai Sports Consumption Festival, which will run through November.

The festival will be held in conjunction with major sporting events such as the Longines Global Champions Tour Shanghai and ISPO Shanghai 2025.

Source: Official WeChat account of Shanghai Administration of Sports via "shanghaitiyu"