Is Taipei more expensive than New Taipei City?

Taipei is 4.8% more expensive than New Taipei City overall. Rent is 15.4% higher, groceries 2.0% more expensive, and restaurants 31.9% more expensive.

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

New Taipei City has a purchasing power index of 77.2 while Taipei has 89.9 (NYC = 100). Taipei offers better purchasing power.

New Taipei City vs Taipei: Taipei is 4.8% more expensive, rent 15% higher (2026)

Kategoria	🇹🇼 New Taipei City	🇹🇼 Taipei	Różnica
Koszty utrzymania	51.8	54.3	+4.8%
Czynsz	15.6	18.0	+15.4%
Artykuły spożywcze	71.4	72.8	+2.0%
Restauracje	25.1	33.1	+31.9%
Siła nabywcza	77.2	89.9	+16.5%

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