Taipei Scores

  • Air quality: In some places, the level of air cleanliness in Taipei is assessed as poor or mediocre.
  • English: Many locals speak English, but not at an advanced level.

  • Friendliness to outsiders: The attitude towards foreigners is very open, calm and friendly.

  • Safety: According to the criterion of calmness, safety and peacefulness of the inhabitants, the situation is perfect.
  • Traffic safety: A lot of work has been done in Taipei to ensure road safety. That’s why the road accident rate can be considered as low.

  • LGBTQ friendly: It has been established that the majority of Taipei citizens have an excellent attitude towards the LGBT community.

  • Expenses: Prices for everything are very affordable. There are many very decent pizzerias, cafes, restaurants at reasonable prices. Usual monthly spendings are around $2000.
  • Level of happiness: More people satisfied with their daily activities and lives.

  • Nightlife: Taipei has a small number of pubs and nightclubs, but the existing ones are characterized by a high-quality level of service and reasonable prices.

  • Quality of life: In terms of health care, demography, education, environmental conditions, economic conditions, employment, the standard of living can be assessed as good.

  • Income: The average monthly income in Taipei is as low as $2100.
  • Freedom of speech: Freedom of speech is spelled out in the constitution. But local authorities are enforcing laws that will somewhat complicate the work of journalists and restrict freedom of speech for all citizens.

  • Education: The level of secondary and higher education can be described as very high.

  • Female friendly: There is no gender bias in society.

  • Walkability: The area of Taipei is perfect for walking. There are a lot of quality walking paths, sidewalks. Traffic and road conditions are good organized.

  • Fits for families: The infrastructure of Taipei provides the necessary level of comfort for recreation and long-term stay of families with children. There are several large parks, a sufficient number of playgrounds and sports grounds.

  • Workspaces: There is an great environment for working and lots of great coworking spots in Taipei.

  • Racial tolerance: The citizens of Taipei is quite tolerant and respectful of the bearers of any other nationality or race, their mentality, national languages, cultures, behavior, appearance.

  • Free WiFi: There is a big number of free Wi-Fi points for public use.

  • Internet: There is high-speed Internet in Taipei.
  • Entertainment: There are many interesting places, where you can take a fun with your friends or to spend romantic date.

  • Startup friendly: In the past few years, startups in Taipei have gained high popularity, increasing the flow of money invested.