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Taipei, Taiwan

Taiwan · 🇹🇼 Taiwan

Taipei is a major city in Taiwan, Taiwan with a population of 7,871,900. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
7,871,900 Population 75,013/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
120.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Taipei Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 5.5%
83% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
32% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

People

Population7,871,900
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density75,013/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,836
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty1.2%

Health

Obesity5.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.9%
Depression14.7%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain120.3 in/yr
Sunny Days121/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population7,871,900
Population Density75,013 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates25.0531°, 121.5264°
TimezoneAsia/Taipei
Country🇹🇼 Taiwan
State / ProvinceTaiwan
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation120.3 inches (3,055 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age44.6 years

Is Taipei a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taipei receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Taipei offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Taipei enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 121 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 120.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Taipei has a population of 7,871,900 with a density of 75,013 people per square mile, spread across 104.9 square miles. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. 24.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,871,900
Total Population
75,013
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
104.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Taipei vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Taipei vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taipei is N/A. Per capita income is $33,836 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 43.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Taipei vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,836

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
32% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living43.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Taipei, 5.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.4% have high blood pressure. 14.9% are current smokers. 6.3% report binge drinking. 14.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Taipei vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity5.5%
83% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
High Blood Pressure31.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.3%
Depression14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%

Food & Exercise

Taipei enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 121 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 120.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. 87% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average69.5°F
29% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days121 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall120.3 inches
217% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area104.9 sq mi (271.8 km²)
Population Density75,013/sq mi
Coordinates25.0531°N, 121.5264°W
TimezoneAsia/Taipei

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 7.3 in Coldest
February 58°F (14°C) 8.9 in
March 62°F (17°C) 9.3 in
April 68°F (20°C) 7.6 in
May 73°F (23°C) 10.8 in
June 78°F (26°C) 12.3 in
July 81°F (27°C) 9.2 in Warmest
August 81°F (27°C) 12.4 in
September 77°F (25°C) 14.7 in Wettest
October 72°F (22°C) 12.3 in
November 66°F (19°C) 8.3 in
December 60°F (16°C) 7.2 in Driest

Taipei has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F — from 57°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 120.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.7") and December the driest (7.2").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 87.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density75,013/sq mi
Total Area104.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Taipei

What is the population of Taipei?

Taipei has a population of 7,871,900 residents and is located in Taiwan. The population density is 75,013 people per square mile, spread across 104.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Taipei expensive to live in?

Taipei is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 43.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Taipei?

Taipei enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 121 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 120.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Taipei?

The job market in Taipei is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Taipei?

35.0% of adults in Taipei hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Taipei?

The obesity rate in Taipei is 5.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.9% of adults are smokers. 14.7% of residents report depression.

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