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Taitung, Taiwan

Taiwan · 🇹🇼 Taiwan

Taitung is a large city in Taiwan, Taiwan with a population of 103,260. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
103,260 Population
66 ft Elevation 20 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
92.1 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

Population103,260
Median Age44.6 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain92.1 in/yr
Sunny Days184/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population103,260
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates22.7599°, 121.1446°
TimezoneAsia/Taipei
Country🇹🇼 Taiwan
State / ProvinceTaiwan
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation92.1 inches (2,338 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age44.6 years

Is Taitung a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taitung 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. Taitung 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

Taitung has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 184 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 92.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Taitung has a population of 103,260. 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

103,260
Total Population
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Taitung vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Taitung vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taitung 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: Taitung 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 Taitung, 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: Taitung 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

Taitung has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 184 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 92.1 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 66 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average73.3°F
36% above US avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days184 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall92.1 inches
142% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates22.7599°N, 121.1446°W
TimezoneAsia/Taipei

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 2.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 65°F (18°C) 2.3 in
March 69°F (21°C) 2.5 in
April 73°F (23°C) 3.7 in
May 77°F (25°C) 9.5 in
June 79°F (26°C) 11.9 in
July 81°F (27°C) 15.7 in Warmest
August 80°F (27°C) 16.5 in Wettest
September 79°F (26°C) 14.2 in
October 76°F (24°C) 8.8 in
November 71°F (22°C) 3.0 in
December 66°F (19°C) 2.2 in

Taitung has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 64°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 92.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (16.5") and January the driest (2.0").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Taitung

What is the population of Taitung?

Taitung has a population of 103,260 residents and is located in Taiwan.. 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 Taitung expensive to live in?

Taitung 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 Taitung?

Taitung has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 184 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 92.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Taitung?

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

How are the schools in Taitung?

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

How healthy is Taitung?

The obesity rate in Taitung 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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