Is New Taipei City more expensive than Taichung?

New Taipei City is 0.7% more expensive than Taichung overall. Rent is 25.6% higher, groceries 6.3% more expensive, and restaurants 3.3% cheaper.

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

Taichung has a purchasing power index of 88.9 while New Taipei City has 78.8 (NYC = 100). Taichung offers better purchasing power.

Taichung vs New Taipei City: New Taipei City is 0.7% more expensive, rent 26% higher (2026)

Category	🇹🇼 Taichung	🇹🇼 New Taipei City	Difference
Cost of Living	30.7	30.9	+0.7%
Rent	12.1	15.2	+25.6%
Groceries	63.7	67.7	+6.3%
Restaurants	27.5	26.6	-3.3%
Purchasing Power	88.9	78.8	-11.4%

Data from October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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