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Cost of Living in Xinfeng

Xinfeng, Hsinchu, Taiwan · Population 59,845

▼ -6% vs Taiwan average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)$24,570 ($756)
Couple, monthly$44,181 ($1,359)
Family of four, monthly$57,688 ($1,775)

Estimated Prices in Xinfeng

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$244 ($7.50)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$975 ($30.00)per meal
Cappuccino$73.13 ($2.25)each
Monthly groceries (single person)$5,525 ($170)per month
Monthly public transport pass$894 ($27.50)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$2,356 ($72.50)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$683 ($21.00)per month
Fitness club membership$683 ($21.00)per month
Cinema ticket$179 ($5.50)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$11,960 ($368)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$8,320 ($256)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$24,960 ($768)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Xinfeng is $61,750 ($1,900) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of $24,570 ($756) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly $31,941 ($983) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre ($8,320 ($256)) represents about 34% 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 Xinfeng

Xinfeng is one of the key cities in Taiwan. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is $24,570 ($756), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around $8,320 ($256) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to $57,688 ($1,775) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately $44,181 ($1,359) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Xinfeng is $61,750 ($1,900). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least $31,941 ($983) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Xinfeng expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $24,570 ($756) per month in Xinfeng including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Taiwan.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Xinfeng?
A net salary of around $31,941 ($983) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Xinfeng with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Xinfeng is $61,750 ($1,900).
How much is rent in Xinfeng?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated $11,960 ($368) per month in the city centre and $8,320 ($256) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $24,960 ($768).
Is Xinfeng cheaper than Taiwan on average?
Yes — Xinfeng is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Taiwan average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Xinfeng?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $5,525 ($170) in Xinfeng. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $244 ($8) and a cappuccino runs around $73 ($2).
How do transport costs in Xinfeng compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Xinfeng is estimated at $894 ($28). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Xinfeng are estimates based on Taiwan national averages adjusted for city size (population 59,845). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.