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Cost of Living in Taoyuan District

Taoyuan District, Taoyuan, Taiwan

▼ -13% vs Taiwan average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)$22,711 ($699)
Couple, monthly$40,797 ($1,255)
Family of four, monthly$53,232 ($1,638)

Estimated Prices in Taoyuan District

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$227 ($6.98)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$907 ($27.90)per meal
Cappuccino$68.01 ($2.09)each
Monthly groceries (single person)$5,138 ($158)per month
Monthly public transport pass$831 ($25.58)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$2,191 ($67.43)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$635 ($19.53)per month
Fitness club membership$635 ($19.53)per month
Cinema ticket$166 ($5.12)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$10,923 ($336)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$7,598 ($234)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$22,795 ($701)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Taoyuan District is $57,428 ($1,767) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of $22,711 ($699) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly $29,524 ($908) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre ($7,598 ($234)) represents about 33% of the total single-person budget.

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Other Major Cities in Taiwan

Taichung

Taichung · pop. 3,799,301

$32,674 ($1,005) / mo

Kaohsiung

Kaohsiung · pop. 2,733,964

$28,326 ($872) / mo

Taipei

Taipei · pop. 2,442,991

$28,326 ($872) / mo

Tainan

Tainan · pop. 1,874,686

$28,326 ($872) / mo

Hsinchu

Hsinchu · pop. 499,348

$26,174 ($805) / mo

Keelung

Keelung · pop. 360,429

$26,174 ($805) / mo

Chiayi

Chiayi · pop. 260,749

$26,174 ($805) / mo

Changhua

Changhua · pop. 221,048

$24,570 ($756) / mo

Living in Taoyuan District

Taoyuan District is one of the key cities in Taiwan. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is $22,711 ($699), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around $7,598 ($234) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to $53,232 ($1,638) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately $40,797 ($1,255) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Taoyuan District is $57,428 ($1,767). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least $29,524 ($908) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Taoyuan District expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $22,711 ($699) per month in Taoyuan District including rent outside the city centre. That is 13% less than the national average for Taiwan.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Taoyuan District?
A net salary of around $29,524 ($908) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Taoyuan District with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Taoyuan District is $57,428 ($1,767).
How much is rent in Taoyuan District?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated $10,923 ($336) per month in the city centre and $7,598 ($234) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $22,795 ($701).
Is Taoyuan District cheaper than Taiwan on average?
Yes — Taoyuan District is estimated to be about 13% cheaper than the Taiwan average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Taoyuan District?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $5,138 ($158) in Taoyuan District. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $227 ($7) and a cappuccino runs around $68 ($2).
How do transport costs in Taoyuan District compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Taoyuan District is estimated at $831 ($26). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Taoyuan District are estimates based on Taiwan national averages adjusted for city size. Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.