Is New Taipei City more expensive than Kaohsiung?

New Taipei City is 12.8% more expensive than Kaohsiung overall. Rent is 45.0% higher, groceries 6.3% more expensive, and restaurants 5.6% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Kaohsiung or New Taipei City?

Kaohsiung has a purchasing power index of 93.3 while New Taipei City has 73.6 (NYC = 100). Kaohsiung offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇹🇼 Kaohsiung vs 🇹🇼 New Taipei City

2026

New Taipei City is 12.8% more expensive

Category	🇹🇼 Kaohsiung	🇹🇼 New Taipei City	Difference
Cost of Living	46.1	52.0	+12.8%
Rent	10.9	15.8	+45.0%
Groceries	66.4	70.6	+6.3%
Restaurants	26.6	25.1	-5.6%
Purchasing Power	93.3	73.6	-21.1%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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