Taiwan vs Taiwan · 33 km apart
Taiwan
single / month
Cheaper overallTaiwan
single / month
| Expense | Toucheng | Taipei | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $6.75 | $8.55 | Toucheng |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $27.00 | $34.20 | Toucheng |
| Cappuccino | $2.03 | $2.57 | Toucheng |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $153 | $194 | Toucheng |
| Monthly public transport pass | $24.75 | $31.35 | Toucheng |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $65.25 | $82.65 | Toucheng |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $18.90 | $23.94 | Toucheng |
| Fitness club membership | $18.90 | $23.94 | Toucheng |
| Cinema ticket | $4.95 | $6.27 | Toucheng |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $323 | $433 | Toucheng |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $224 | $302 | Toucheng |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $673 | $905 | Toucheng |
| Total single-person budget | $674 | $872 | Toucheng |
| Average net salary | $1,710 | $2,166 |
Toucheng is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Toucheng runs about $674 versus $872 in Taipei — a difference of roughly 29%.
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 Toucheng · Full cost of living in Taipei