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Yilan vs Taipei

Taiwan vs Taiwan · 37 km apart

Yilan

Taiwan

$22,711 ($699)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Taipei

Taiwan

$28,326 ($872)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Yilan	Taipei	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$6.98	$8.55	Yilan
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$27.90	$34.20	Yilan
Cappuccino	$2.09	$2.57	Yilan
Monthly groceries (single person)	$158	$194	Yilan
Monthly public transport pass	$25.58	$31.35	Yilan
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$67.43	$82.65	Yilan
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$19.53	$23.94	Yilan
Fitness club membership	$19.53	$23.94	Yilan
Cinema ticket	$5.12	$6.27	Yilan
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$336	$433	Yilan
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$234	$302	Yilan
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$701	$905	Yilan
Total single-person budget	$699	$872	Yilan
Average net salary	$1,767	$2,166

Verdict

Yilan is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Yilan runs about $699 versus $872 in Taipei — a difference of roughly 25%.

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 Yilan · Full cost of living in Taipei

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yilan cheaper than Taipei?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $699 per month in Yilan versus $872 in Taipei — about 25% less.

How far is Yilan from Taipei?

The straight-line distance between Yilan and Taipei is approximately 37 km (23 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Yilan or Taipei?

The estimated average net salary is $1,767 in Yilan and $2,166 in Taipei. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,068 in Yilan versus $1,294 in Taipei per month.