Places · Taiwan
The best places to live in Taiwan
Arcadia scores 15 places in Taiwan, from Xiaoliuqiu at about $1,250 a month to Kaohsiung at about $1,600. 13 are by the sea, 10 are in the mountains. The climate is mostly tropical. Across the country the typical ratings are safety 5/5, healthcare 4/5 and internet 4/5.
The standouts in Taiwan
Cheapest, safest and best connected are within the 15 places Arcadia scores in Taiwan, not the whole country.
All 15 places in Taiwan
Questions, answered
How much does it cost to live in Taiwan?
Across the 15 places Arcadia scores in Taiwan the median is about $1,400 a month for one person, from Xiaoliuqiu at around $1,250 to Kaohsiung at around $1,600. These are estimates for everyday living, rent included, not quotes.
What is the cheapest place to live in Taiwan?
Xiaoliuqiu, at about $1,250 a month. It is the cheapest of the 15 places Arcadia scores in Taiwan, which is not the same as the cheapest in the country.
Which place in Taiwan has the best internet?
Taipei, rated 5 out of 5. The typical rating across the 15 places is 4 out of 5.
How safe are the places Arcadia scores in Taiwan?
The typical safety rating is 5 out of 5, and the highest-rated is Taipei. These are broad country-level estimates meant for comparing places, not local advice for a particular street or moment.
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