Kaohsiung, Taiwan

In 2026, a single person living in Kaohsiung needs approximately TWD 27,276/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around TWD 55,626/month. Kaohsiung is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Kaohsiung costs approximately TWD 14,608/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around TWD 29,217/month. Rent has changed +1.8% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Kaohsiung are approximately TWD 7,304 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Kaohsiung costs TWD 1,252 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Kaohsiung average TWD 2,609 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Kaohsiung is located in Taiwan (Asia). With a 1-bed rent of TWD 14,608/month and total single-person expenses around TWD 27,276/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Kaohsiung costs approximately TWD 188 in 2026. Budget around TWD 1,503/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Kaohsiung from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 18.6% over this period (from TWD 12,320 in 2022 to TWD 14,608 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Kaohsiung in 2026, a single person needs approximately TWD 27,276/month. This covers rent (TWD 14,608), groceries (TWD 7,304), transport (TWD 1,252), utilities (TWD 2,609) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around TWD 55,626/month.