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Written by Jere Salmisto·Reviewed by CalcFi Editorial·Last verified: 2026-05-13
TL;DR: 1 USD = 6.7821 CNY at the latest European Central Bank mid-market rate (2026-05-27). Banks typically charge 1-3% over this rate; airports 5-10%. For tax reporting, the Treasury Reporting Rate of Exchange is the more defensible source. Source: ECB / Frankfurter.

🇺🇸 USD to CNY currency converter

1
USD = 6.7821
CNY

Rate updated: 5/27/2026 UTC

Convert USD to CNY

1 USD = 6.7821 CNY

Rates updated: 5/27/2026

6.78
¥ CNY
1.00 $ USD

Quick Conversion Table

USDCNY
16.78
533.91
1067.82
50339.11
100678.21
5003391.05
1,0006782.10
5,00033910.50

🇺🇸 About US Dollar

US Dollar (code: USD) is the currency of United States. One unit is divided into 100 subunits (cents/pennies in most cases). Exchange rates fluctuate based on economic conditions, interest rates, and geopolitical events.

🇨🇳 About Chinese Yuan

Chinese Yuan (code: CNY) is the currency of China. When converting to CNY, the current rate of 6.7821 CNY per USD applies.

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USD to CNY FAQs

What affects USD/CNY exchange rates?

Exchange rates are influenced by interest rates, inflation differentials, economic growth, political stability, and market sentiment. Central bank policy decisions and major economic releases can cause significant daily movements in the USD/CNY rate.

How often do these rates update?

Rates on this page update hourly via the Frankfurter API. However, actual market rates in the forex market fluctuate constantly (every second during trading hours). For very large transactions, check live rates from your bank or forex broker immediately before converting.

Will I get this exact rate when I exchange?

Unlikely. This calculator shows the mid-market rate (the rate between banks). When you exchange currency, you'll receive a worse rate. Banks and exchanges typically charge a 1-3% spread. Some providers charge even more, especially at airports or for tourist exchanges.