Taipei

🇹🇼Taiwan•East Asia

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living71

Safety74

Healthcare87

Career Opportunities83

Climate63

Transport93

Air Quality65.5

Family Friendliness81.33

Education89

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 Taipei a good place to live?

Taipei scores 77/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 71/100), very safe (safety: 74/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 87/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Taipei?

Taipei has a cost of living score of 71/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Taipei?

Taipei has a transport score of 93/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Taipei?

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

▸Is Taipei safe for expats?

Taipei has a safety score of 74/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 65.5/100.

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