Is New Taipei City more expensive than Kaohsiung?

New Taipei City is 18.1% more expensive than Kaohsiung overall. Rent is 53.8% higher, groceries 12.5% more expensive, and restaurants 0.4% more expensive.

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

Kaohsiung has a purchasing power index of 103.1 while New Taipei City has 76.4 (NYC = 100). Kaohsiung offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇹🇼 Kaohsiung vs 🇹🇼 New Taipei City

2026

New Taipei City is 18.1% more expensive

Category	🇹🇼 Kaohsiung	🇹🇼 New Taipei City	Difference
Cost of Living	43.7	51.6	+18.1%
Rent	10.6	16.3	+53.8%
Groceries	61.4	69.1	+12.5%
Restaurants	24.9	25.0	+0.4%
Purchasing Power	103.1	76.4	-25.9%

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