Islands, Taiwan
Cost of living in Penghu
How much a month costs in Penghu
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $1,510–2,350 (NT$48,000–75,000).
Prices in Penghu
Typical 2026 ranges in TWD, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | TWD | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | NT$9,000–16,000 | $282–502 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | NT$6,000–11,000 | $188–345 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | NT$600–1,100 | $19–35 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | NT$2,200–4,800 | $69–151 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | NT$90–150 | $2.8–4.7 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | NT$300–700 | $9–22 |
| Cappuccino | NT$90–150 | $2.8–4.7 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | NT$100–180 | $3.1–5.6 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | NT$20–60 | $0.6–1.9 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | NT$150–250 | $4.7–7.8 |
| Work and life | ||
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | NT$300–1,000 | $9–31 |
Value for money: 66/100
A value score of 66/100 means Penghu gives more quality of life per dollar than 65% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 84/100. It's the 11th most affordable of 13 places we cover in Taiwan.
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Cost of living across Taiwan
One person, comfortable lifestyle, including rent.
| Place | Comfortable month | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Hualien | $1,130–1,730 | 82/100 |
| Taitung | $1,130–1,730 | 84/100 |
| Kenting | $1,260–1,880 | 68/100 |
| Tainan | $1,320–2,040 | 75/100 |
| Kaohsiung | $1,410–2,130 | 74/100 |
| Jiufen | $1,410–2,200 | 67/100 |
| Sun Moon Lake | $1,410–2,200 | 68/100 |
| Alishan | $1,410–2,200 | 68/100 |
| Xiaoliuqiu | $1,410–2,200 | 70/100 |
| Taichung | $1,510–2,260 | 67/100 |
| Penghu | $1,510–2,350 | 66/100 |
| Hsinchu | $1,570–2,510 | 61/100 |
| Taipei | $1,880–2,820 | 51/100 |
Cheaper alternatives to Penghu
Similar safety, lower cost, in East Asia.
| Place | Country | Comfortable month |
|---|---|---|
| Takayama | Japan | $1,080–1,710 |
| Kawaguchiko | Japan | $1,010–1,650 |
| Nikko | Japan | $1,080–1,710 |
| Hualien | Taiwan | $1,130–1,730 |
| Hakone | Japan | $1,140–1,770 |
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Penghu?
About $879–1,190 on a lean budget, $1,510–2,350 for a comfortable month and $2,820–4,710 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Penghu?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs NT$9,000–16,000 ($282–502) a month in the center and NT$6,000–11,000 ($188–345) outside it.
How much does food cost in Penghu?
A local meal is NT$90–150 ($2.8–4.7); a mid-range restaurant is NT$300–700 ($9–22) per person.
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- Penghu National Scenic Area
- Taiwan Tourism Administration
- Taiwan Arrival Card
Prices are SoloSquare estimates for 2026, reviewed against official and operator prices where available. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.