Is New Taipei City more expensive than Kaohsiung?

New Taipei City is 13.1% more expensive than Kaohsiung overall. Rent is 44.4% higher, groceries 7.4% more expensive, and restaurants 6.7% cheaper.

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

Kaohsiung has a purchasing power index of 95.0 while New Taipei City has 77.2 (NYC = 100). Kaohsiung offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇹🇼 Kaohsiung vs 🇹🇼 New Taipei City

2026

New Taipei City is 13.1% more expensive

Category	🇹🇼 Kaohsiung	🇹🇼 New Taipei City	Difference
Cost of Living	45.8	51.8	+13.1%
Rent	10.8	15.6	+44.4%
Groceries	66.5	71.4	+7.4%
Restaurants	26.9	25.1	-6.7%
Purchasing Power	95.0	77.2	-18.7%

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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