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Keelung vs Chiayi

Taiwan vs Taiwan · 225 km apart

Keelung

Taiwan

$26,174 ($805)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Chiayi

Taiwan

$26,174 ($805)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Keelung	Chiayi	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$7.95	$7.95	Keelung
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$31.80	$31.80	Keelung
Cappuccino	$2.39	$2.39	Keelung
Monthly groceries (single person)	$180	$180	Keelung
Monthly public transport pass	$29.15	$29.15	Keelung
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$76.85	$76.85	Keelung
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$22.26	$22.26	Keelung
Fitness club membership	$22.26	$22.26	Keelung
Cinema ticket	$5.83	$5.83	Keelung
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$396	$396	Keelung
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$275	$275	Keelung
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$826	$826	Keelung
Total single-person budget	$805	$805	Keelung
Average net salary	$2,014	$2,014

Verdict

Keelung is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Keelung runs about $805 versus $805 in Chiayi — a difference of roughly 0%.

Salary-adjusted, Keelung leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Keelung · Full cost of living in Chiayi

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keelung cheaper than Chiayi?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $805 per month in Keelung versus $805 in Chiayi — about 0% less.

How far is Keelung from Chiayi?

The straight-line distance between Keelung and Chiayi is approximately 225 km (140 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Keelung or Chiayi?

The estimated average net salary is $2,014 in Keelung and $2,014 in Chiayi. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,209 in Keelung versus $1,209 in Chiayi per month.