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Keelung vs Taipei

Taiwan vs Taiwan · 21 km apart

Keelung

Taiwan

$26,174 ($805)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Taipei

Taiwan

$28,326 ($872)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Keelung	Taipei	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$7.95	$8.55	Keelung
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$31.80	$34.20	Keelung
Cappuccino	$2.39	$2.57	Keelung
Monthly groceries (single person)	$180	$194	Keelung
Monthly public transport pass	$29.15	$31.35	Keelung
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$76.85	$82.65	Keelung
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$22.26	$23.94	Keelung
Fitness club membership	$22.26	$23.94	Keelung
Cinema ticket	$5.83	$6.27	Keelung
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$396	$433	Keelung
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$275	$302	Keelung
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$826	$905	Keelung
Total single-person budget	$805	$872	Keelung
Average net salary	$2,014	$2,166

Verdict

Keelung is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Keelung runs about $805 versus $872 in Taipei — a difference of roughly 8%.

Salary-adjusted, Taipei 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 Taipei

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keelung cheaper than Taipei?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $805 per month in Keelung versus $872 in Taipei — about 8% less.

How far is Keelung from Taipei?

The straight-line distance between Keelung and Taipei is approximately 21 km (13 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Keelung or Taipei?

The estimated average net salary is $2,014 in Keelung and $2,166 in Taipei. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,209 in Keelung versus $1,294 in Taipei per month.