4.9% below the Taiwan average
Ranked #353 of 538 cities · More expensive than 34.4% of cities worldwide
Compared to Taiwan average
Rent Prices
| Apartment | City Centre | Outside Centre | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Bedroom | TWD 10,004/mo ≈ $317 | TWD 7,503/mo ≈ $238 | 25% |
| 3-Bedroom | TWD 17,388/mo ≈ $551 | TWD 13,041/mo ≈ $413 | 25% |
Kaohsiung is average by global standards (ranked #353 of 538 cities). It is 4.9% cheaper than the Taiwan average, based on 4 cities.
Groceries are average, while dining out is average. Rent offers the best value, while Restaurants is the priciest.
Local purchasing power is strong — residents can afford more goods and services than in most cities.
Workers in Taiwan earning TWD 1,823,558 gross take home TWD 138,547/month after tax (8.8% effective rate). See full Taiwan tax calculator →
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