Taiwan vs Taiwan · 286 km apart
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Tainan | Keelung | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $8.55 | $7.95 | Keelung |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $34.20 | $31.80 | Keelung |
| Cappuccino | $2.57 | $2.39 | Keelung |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $194 | $180 | Keelung |
| Monthly public transport pass | $31.35 | $29.15 | Keelung |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $82.65 | $76.85 | Keelung |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $23.94 | $22.26 | Keelung |
| Fitness club membership | $23.94 | $22.26 | Keelung |
| Cinema ticket | $6.27 | $5.83 | Keelung |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $433 | $396 | Keelung |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $302 | $275 | Keelung |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $905 | $826 | Keelung |
| Total single-person budget | $872 | $805 | Keelung |
| Average net salary | $2,166 | $2,014 |
Keelung is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Tainan runs about $872 versus $805 in Keelung — a difference of roughly 8%.
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 Tainan · Full cost of living in Keelung