Cost of Living in Thailand
The population of Thailand is 66,188,503. The average cost of living in Thailand is $1230 and the median after-tax salary is $475.1
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Restaurants |
Price |
World Range |
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Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant |
1.84 $ |
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Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course |
20.98 $ |
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McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) |
5.25 $ |
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Domestic Beer (1 pint draught) |
1.7 $ |
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Imported Beer (12 oz small bottle) |
3.15 $ |
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Cappuccino (regular) |
1.76 $ |
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Coke/Pepsi (12 oz small bottle) |
0.52 $ |
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Water (12 oz small bottle) |
0.26 $ |
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Markets |
Price |
World Range |
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Milk (regular), (1 gallon) |
1.44 $ |
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Loaf of Fresh White Bread (1 lb) |
1.19 $ |
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Rice (white), (1 lb) |
1.05 $ |
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Eggs (regular) (12) |
1.5 $ |
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Local Cheese (1 lb) |
13.39 $ |
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Chicken Fillets (1 lb) |
2.08 $ |
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Beef Round (1 lb) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) |
9.38 $ |
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Apples (1 lb) |
2.37 $ |
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Banana (1 lb) |
1.1 $ |
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Oranges (1 lb) |
1.61 $ |
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Tomato (1 lb) |
1.17 $ |
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Potato (1 lb) |
1.16 $ |
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Onion (1 lb) |
0.95 $ |
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Lettuce (1 head) |
0.89 $ |
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Water (1.5 liter bottle) |
0.42 $ |
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Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) |
15.74 $ |
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Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) |
1.49 $ |
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Imported Beer (12 oz small bottle) |
2.45 $ |
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Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro) |
3.8 $ |
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Transportation |
Price |
World Range |
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One-way Ticket (Local Transport) |
0.79 $ |
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Monthly Pass (Regular Price) |
27.76 $ |
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Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) |
0.92 $ |
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Taxi 1 mile (Normal Tariff) |
0.92 $ |
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Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff) |
3.93 $ |
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Gasoline (1 gallon) |
1.13 $ |
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Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car) |
31476.65 $ |
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Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car) |
22248.54 $ |
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Utilities (Monthly) |
Price |
World Range |
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Basic (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) for 915 sq ft Apartment |
56.76 $ |
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1 min. of Prepaid Mobile Tariff Local (No Discounts or Plans) |
0.04 $ |
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Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL) |
16.34 $ |
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Sports And Leisure |
Price |
World Range |
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Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult |
41.67 $ |
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Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend) |
8.14 $ |
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Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat |
5.25 $ |
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Childcare |
Price |
World Range |
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Preschool (or Kindergarten), Full Day, Private, Monthly for 1 Child |
321.39 $ |
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International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child |
10253.58 $ |
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Clothing And Shoes |
Price |
World Range |
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1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar) |
43.36 $ |
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1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M, ...) |
26.42 $ |
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1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range) |
75.39 $ |
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1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes |
66.47 $ |
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Rent Per Month |
Price |
World Range |
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Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre |
353.78 $ |
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Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre |
191.49 $ |
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Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre |
991.14 $ |
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Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre |
519.08 $ |
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Buy Apartment Price |
Price |
World Range |
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Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment in City Centre |
2937.86 $ |
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Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre |
1592.28 $ |
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Salaries And Financing |
Price |
World Range |
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Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) |
475.1 $ |
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Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly, for 20 Years Fixed-Rate |
5.28 % |
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Thailand
OVERALL RISK: HIGH
Generally speaking, Thailand can be considered a safe country: some parts are very safe, while others are highly dangerous. You better apply all possible precautious measures, just in case you stumble upon the latter.
TRANSPORT & TAXIS RISK: HIGH
There is a great risk when it comes to transportation conditions in Thailand. The number one cause of death for visitors to Thailand is motorbike accidents that often occur on the narrow, mountainous and twisty roads of Phuket and Samui. These are completely new traffic rules for tourists, that they are not used to, which makes it difficult to be a part of the transportation system. Avoid public transport too, as this is where the pickpockets operate.
PICKPOCKETS RISK: MEDIUM
As Thailand is a growingly popular tourist destination, it's actually to be expected that pickpockets operate everywhere, usually in crowded places filled with foreigners. Excessive vigilance is highly recommended.
NATURAL DISASTERS RISK: HIGH
As for natural disasters, Thailand is known for tsunamis, severe storms, and occasional earthquakes.
MUGGING RISK: MEDIUM
Kidnappings are not that often, though they have happened, especially in the National Parks in the area close to Myanmar (Burma) border, areas known as gathering places of bandit groups. Muggings are also rare, but they're also possible, especially in the remote areas of the country, and on the outskirts of big cities.
TERRORISM RISK: MEDIUM
It is advised against visiting far south regions of Thailand, such as Yala, Pattani, and Songkhla since they have been targets of small bomb attacks and shootings. As for Thailand’s main cities, they have been assessed as a medium-threat location for terrorist activity.
SCAMS RISK: HIGH
Be prepared that most people providing any type of service for tourists in Thailand are probably going to try to scam you or rip you off. Tuk-tuk drivers, fake police officers, street vendors are all possible scammers. Keep in mind that ATMs are places where criminals try and steal pin codes. Also, avoid drinking in local clubs and bars. There have been many reports of tourists being drugged and then stolen from.
WOMEN TRAVELERS RISK: LOW
Even though Thailand could generally be considered a safe country for women, they are still highly advised to follow the basic rules of precaution. Try avoiding dark alleys, walking alone along with dark, poorly lit or deserted areas, or finding yourself late at night in areas filled with bars or clubs as you might receive some unwanted attention. Apart from that, use your common sense and apply all basic precaution measures.
Visas
US citizens planning on traveling to Thailand for less than 30 days do not need a visa. Just make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months past the date of arrival into this country. If you are not sure about your visa status, visit www.doyouneedvisa.com which will let you know whether or not you need a visa based on your nationality and the country you want to visit.
Currency
Thai BAHT is the official currency of Thailand. Bear in mind that Kasikom Bank and Siam Commercial Bank have the best exchange rates and, as mentioned earlier, treat the money well: never step on a coin, or throw, tear or burn paper bills, because it shows disrespect to the royal family.
Weather
The climate in Thailand is tropical, with mostly high temperatures and an abundance of humidity throughout the year. The best time to visit Thailand is between November and February.
Airports
Suvarnabhumi Airport, unofficially known as Bangkok Airport, is one of two international airports serving Bangkok the capital of Thailand. The other is Don Mueang International Airport.
Travel Insurance
Just like anywhere else, we recommend getting travel insurance when traveling to Thailand, since it covers not only the costs of medical problems but also theft and loss of valuables.