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Budai
City in Chiayi County, Taiwan
Overview
Budai is a small coastal town in Chiayi County, Taiwan, known for its seafood, picturesque harbor, and tranquil wetlands. With friendly locals and a relaxed atmosphere, Budai is perfect for those seeking authentic Taiwanese culture off the beaten path.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Taiwan
County
Chiayi County
Population
2,078
Time Zone
Asia/Taipei
Coordinates
23.36°, 120.17°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
75
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
70
Food Safety
85
Monthly Cost
$845
Local Cost
$430
Local Income
$700
Cashless
45
English
30
Temperature
24.3°C
Summer Avg
28.3°C
Winter Avg
19.3°C
Record High
33.3°C
Record Low
8.7°C
Humidity
81%
Precipitation
1740 mm
City Vibrancy
2
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
2
Transport
3
Walk Score
3
Footways
6.0
Airport
CYI
Distance
25 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 65/100.
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