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Kaohsiung

Taiwan's laid-back second city, waterfront coworking growth

In Kaohsiung, a mid-range month runs about $1,332 (NT$42,423) and there is low violent crime city-wide.

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Ratings

Scores run from 1 to 10 and compare each place with every other destination on Nomadr. Higher is always better. Cost is shown as a level, from Very Low to Very High.

Cost (day-to-day)Low

Cheaper day to day than about 75% of cities

Internet9.6/10

Among the 5% fastest cities for internet

Visas7/10

Easier visas than about 75% of cities

Coworking7/10

Better coworking than about 65% of cities

English4/10

Less English-friendly than about 90% of cities

Walkability4.7/10

Harder to get around than about 60% of cities

Gyms & Wellness4.3/10

Fewer wellness options than about 65% of cities

Getting There4.9/10

Harder to reach than about 55% of cities

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34 categories for Kaohsiung, grouped for quick scanning — coverage varies from city to city. Open any row for the full detail and any cited sources.

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