Keelung (Chi-Lung), Taiwan

Frequent rain, a declining port, and a shrinking population make Keelung a less than ideal choice for most expats. The city's population grew just 2.02% in 2023 to 362,255, with over 20% aged 65 or older. About 45% of residents have a bachelor's degree, and household income averages NT$1,182,233. Bureaucracy is a persistent headache, as the city has been governed by the provincial, national, and now city-level governments in recent decades. And Keelung's climate is notoriously wet, earning it the nickname "Rainy Port" - it averages over 146 inches of rain per year. Unless you're enamored with Taiwan's maritime heritage and don't mind a gloomy, damp environment, Keelung is not the most practical choice for an expat relocation.