Reported 8 months ago
As of January 1, 2024, the minimum monthly salary for workers in Taiwan has increased to 27,470 NT dollars, with an hourly wage of 183 NT dollars, yet many struggle to make ends meet due to rising costs. A netizen shared their monthly expenses online, revealing that despite earning 150,000 NT dollars per month, they find it insufficient. The detailed breakdown includes expenses for housing, pets, education, gym, girlfriend's allowance, etc., leaving them unable to save money, with upcoming wedding expenses further complicating their financial situation. The post sparked debate and criticism over unnecessary expenditures and financial planning, prompting comments such as 'Even with a high salary, you will still live paycheck to paycheck based on your spending habits.'
Source: YAHOO