Cost of living in Kinmen

Kinmen, a group of islands governed by Taiwan, offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and modern living. Understanding the cost of living here is crucial for anyone considering relocation or extended stay.This guide provides a detailed breakdown of expenses in Kinmen, covering essential categories such as dining, groceries, transportation, housing, and utilities.

Cost of Living Summary

Dining and Restaurants
  • Inexpensive Restaurant MealA meal at a casual restaurant typically costs $3.07.
  • Mid-Range Restaurant (Three-Course Meal for Two)For a three-course meal for two at a mid-range restaurant, expect to pay around $21.48.
  • Fast Food (e.g., McDonald's)A McMeal or equivalent combo meal averages $4.6.
  • Beverages (e.g., Domestic Beer, Imported Beer, Cappuccino, Coke/Pepsi)Domestic beer costs $1.84, imported beer $2.46, cappuccino $3.99, and Coke/Pepsi $1.07.
Grocery Prices
  • MilkMilk is priced at $2.46 per liter.
  • Bread (Loaf of Fresh White Bread)A loaf of fresh white bread costs $3.68.
  • Eggs (Dozen)A dozen eggs are priced at $5.52.
  • Fruits (e.g., Oranges)Oranges cost $4.6 per kg.
  • Vegetables (e.g., Potatoes, Lettuce)Potatoes are priced at $6.14 per kg, and lettuce costs $1.07 per head.
Transportation
  • Fuel (Gasoline)Gasoline is priced at $0.92 per liter.
  • Taxi FaresTaxi fares start at $3.07.
Housing Costs
  • 1-Bedroom Apartment Rent (City Centre)Rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $230.18.
  • 1-Bedroom Apartment Rent (Outside Centre)Outside the centre, rent averages $168.8.
  • 3-Bedroom Apartment Rent (City Centre)Rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $736.57.
  • 3-Bedroom Apartment Rent (Outside Centre)Outside the centre, rent averages $552.43.
Utilities
  • Basic Utilities (Electricity, Heating, Water, etc.)Basic utilities for an 85m2 apartment are not specified in the data provided.
  • InternetInternet costs are not specified in the data provided.

Cost of Living Data

The following pricing data has been gathered from 1 user contributions, as of the most recent update in September, 2024.
Restaurants
Avg / Range
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
$3.07
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
$21.48
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
$4.60
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
$1.84
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$2.46
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
$1.07
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.61
Cappuccino (regular)
$3.99
Markets
Avg / Range
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
$2.46
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
$3.68
Eggs (regular) (12)
$5.52
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
$1.38
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
$21.48
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
$2.09
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$1.84
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
$19.95
Oranges (1kg)
$4.60
Potato (1kg)
$6.14
Lettuce (1 head)
$1.07
Transportation
Avg / Range
Gasoline (1 liter)
$0.92
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
$3.07
Rent Per Month
Avg / Range
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre
$230.18
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre
$168.80
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre
$736.57
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre
$552.43
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