Taipei, Taiwan

In 2026, a single person living in Taipei needs approximately TWD 38,430/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around TWD 76,067/month. Taipei is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Taipei costs approximately TWD 22,956/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around TWD 43,825/month. Rent has changed +1.8% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Taipei are approximately TWD 8,869 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Taipei costs TWD 1,617 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Taipei average TWD 3,235 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Taipei is located in Taiwan (Asia). With a 1-bed rent of TWD 22,956/month and total single-person expenses around TWD 38,430/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Taipei costs approximately TWD 219 in 2026. Budget around TWD 1,753/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Taipei from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 18.6% over this period (from TWD 19,360 in 2022 to TWD 22,956 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Taipei in 2026, a single person needs approximately TWD 38,430/month. This covers rent (TWD 22,956), groceries (TWD 8,869), transport (TWD 1,617), utilities (TWD 3,235) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around TWD 76,067/month.