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Ban Kaeng vs Nakhon Ratchasima

Thailand vs Thailand · 160 km apart

Ban Kaeng

Thailand

฿15,631 ($428)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Nakhon Ratchasima

Thailand

฿18,662 ($511)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseBan KaengNakhon RatchasimaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4.32$5.09Ban Kaeng
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$17.28$20.35Ban Kaeng
Cappuccino$1.30$1.53Ban Kaeng
Monthly groceries (single person)$97.92$115Ban Kaeng
Monthly public transport pass$15.84$18.66Ban Kaeng
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$41.76$49.18Ban Kaeng
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$12.10$14.25Ban Kaeng
Fitness club membership$12.10$14.25Ban Kaeng
Cinema ticket$3.17$3.73Ban Kaeng
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$202$247Ban Kaeng
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$140$172Ban Kaeng
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$421$516Ban Kaeng
Total single-person budget$428$511Ban Kaeng
Average net salary$585$689

Verdict

Ban Kaeng is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Ban Kaeng runs about $428 versus $511 in Nakhon Ratchasima — a difference of roughly 19%.

Salary-adjusted, Nakhon Ratchasima leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Ban Kaeng  ·  Full cost of living in Nakhon Ratchasima

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ban Kaeng cheaper than Nakhon Ratchasima?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $428 per month in Ban Kaeng versus $511 in Nakhon Ratchasima — about 19% less.
How far is Ban Kaeng from Nakhon Ratchasima?
The straight-line distance between Ban Kaeng and Nakhon Ratchasima is approximately 160 km (99 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Ban Kaeng or Nakhon Ratchasima?
The estimated average net salary is $585 in Ban Kaeng and $689 in Nakhon Ratchasima. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $157 in Ban Kaeng versus $178 in Nakhon Ratchasima per month.