Thailand vs Thailand · 584 km apart
Thailand
single / month
Cheaper overallThailand
single / month
| Expense | Chiang Mai | Bangkok | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $5.47 | $6.24 | Chiang Mai |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $21.89 | $24.96 | Chiang Mai |
| Cappuccino | $1.64 | $1.87 | Chiang Mai |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $124 | $141 | Chiang Mai |
| Monthly public transport pass | $20.06 | $22.88 | Chiang Mai |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $52.90 | $60.32 | Chiang Mai |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $15.32 | $17.47 | Chiang Mai |
| Fitness club membership | $15.32 | $17.47 | Chiang Mai |
| Cinema ticket | $4.01 | $4.58 | Chiang Mai |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $271 | $319 | Chiang Mai |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $188 | $222 | Chiang Mai |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $565 | $666 | Chiang Mai |
| Total single-person budget | $553 | $638 | Chiang Mai |
| Average net salary | $741 | $845 |
Chiang Mai is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Chiang Mai runs about $553 versus $638 in Bangkok — a difference of roughly 15%.
Salary-adjusted, Bangkok 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 Chiang Mai · Full cost of living in Bangkok