Kaohsiung

🇹🇼Taiwan•East Asia

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living67

Safety78

Healthcare88

Career Opportunities79

Climate64

Transport89

Air Quality71.5

Family Friendliness85.33

Education88

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Kaohsiung a good place to live?

Kaohsiung scores 77/100 overall. It is moderately affordable (cost score: 67/100), very safe (safety: 78/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 88/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Kaohsiung?

Kaohsiung has a cost of living score of 67/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Kaohsiung?

Kaohsiung has a transport score of 89/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Kaohsiung?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Kaohsiung are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Kaohsiung safe for expats?

Kaohsiung has a safety score of 78/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 71.5/100.

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