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Pingtung vs Tainan

Taiwan vs Taiwan · 47 km apart

Pingtung

Taiwan

$24,570 ($756)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Tainan

Taiwan

$28,326 ($872)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Pingtung	Tainan	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$7.50	$8.55	Pingtung
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$30.00	$34.20	Pingtung
Cappuccino	$2.25	$2.57	Pingtung
Monthly groceries (single person)	$170	$194	Pingtung
Monthly public transport pass	$27.50	$31.35	Pingtung
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$72.50	$82.65	Pingtung
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$21.00	$23.94	Pingtung
Fitness club membership	$21.00	$23.94	Pingtung
Cinema ticket	$5.50	$6.27	Pingtung
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$368	$433	Pingtung
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$256	$302	Pingtung
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$768	$905	Pingtung
Total single-person budget	$756	$872	Pingtung
Average net salary	$1,900	$2,166

Verdict

Pingtung is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Pingtung runs about $756 versus $872 in Tainan — a difference of roughly 15%.

Salary-adjusted, Tainan 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 Pingtung · Full cost of living in Tainan

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pingtung cheaper than Tainan?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $756 per month in Pingtung versus $872 in Tainan — about 15% less.

How far is Pingtung from Tainan?

The straight-line distance between Pingtung and Tainan is approximately 47 km (29 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Pingtung or Tainan?

The estimated average net salary is $1,900 in Pingtung and $2,166 in Tainan. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,144 in Pingtung versus $1,294 in Tainan per month.