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Cost of Living in Thailand: Prices, Rent and Daily Expenses

Thailand blends bustling Bangkok with laid-back islands and mountain cities, making it one of Southeast Asia’s most diverse destinations. It’s a long-time favourite for expats and digital nomads, with well-developed tourist infrastructure and plenty of choice between big-city living and beach or countryside bases. Costs can vary widely by region and lifestyle, with prices typically highest in major hubs.

Continent

Asia

Region

Southeast Asia

Cities

Exchange Rate

1 USD = 33.74 THB

Local currency: THB

Nomad Hubs

Popular

Cities

Chiang Mai

Nomad Hub

Mountain mornings, café Wi‑Fi, and temple calm—where slow living meets fast work.

Large

$1.33K/mo

Bangkok

Nomad Hub

Street-food fuel, skyline hustle, and temple calm—live fast, recharge deeper.

Mega

$2.03K/mo

Cost Breakdown

Accommodation

$443 – $723

THB 15K – THB 23K

33%

One-bedroom apartment

1×

$443 – $723

THB 15K – THB 23K

$443 – $723

THB 15K – THB 23K

Food & Dining

$471 – $678

THB 15K – THB 22K

32%

Street food meal	30×	$2 THB 65 – THB 67	$60 – $62 THB 2K
Mid-range restaurant meal	20×	$9 – $14 THB 306 – THB 450	$190 – $278 THB 6K – THB 9K
Specialty coffee	20×	$2 – $4 THB 61 – THB 115	$38 – $72 THB 1K – THB 2K
Groceries	1×	$184 – $265 THB 6K – THB 9K	$184 – $265 THB 6K – THB 9K

Work Setup

$153 – $182

THB 5K – THB 6K

Coworking space	1×	$121 – $149 THB 4K – THB 5K	$121 – $149 THB 4K – THB 5K
Home internet	1×	$19 THB 604 – THB 612	$19 THB 604 – THB 612
Mobile data plan	1×	$14 THB 436 – THB 444	$14 THB 436 – THB 444

Transportation

$143 – $171

THB 5K

Scooter rental	1×	$95 – $117 THB 3K – THB 4K	$95 – $117 THB 3K – THB 4K
Fuel	1×	$34 – $39 THB 1K	$34 – $39 THB 1K
Ride-hailing	4×	$4 THB 115 – THB 120	$14 – $15 THB 460 – THB 480

Lifestyle & Recreation

$242 – $263

THB 8K

14%

Gym / yoga membership	1×	$41 – $62 THB 1K – THB 2K	$41 – $62 THB 1K – THB 2K
Massage / spa session	3×	$9 THB 300	$27 THB 900
Weekend trips & outings	1×	$174 THB 6K	$174 THB 6K

Utilities

$30 – $40

THB 975 – THB 1K

Water	1×	$5 – $9 THB 175 – THB 300	$5 – $9 THB 175 – THB 300
Laundry	1×	$24 – $31 THB 800 – THB 1K	$24 – $31 THB 800 – THB 1K

Last updated: September 2026 • Based on 8 data points

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