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| Expense | Chum Phae | Khon Kaen | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.32 | $5.09 | Chum Phae |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $17.28 | $20.35 | Chum Phae |
| Cappuccino | $1.30 | $1.53 | Chum Phae |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $97.92 | $115 | Chum Phae |
| Monthly public transport pass | $15.84 | $18.66 | Chum Phae |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $41.76 | $49.18 | Chum Phae |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $12.10 | $14.25 | Chum Phae |
| Fitness club membership | $12.10 | $14.25 | Chum Phae |
| Cinema ticket | $3.17 | $3.73 | Chum Phae |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $202 | $247 | Chum Phae |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $140 | $172 | Chum Phae |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $421 | $516 | Chum Phae |
| Total single-person budget | $428 | $511 | Chum Phae |
| Average net salary | $585 | $689 |
Chum Phae is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Chum Phae runs about $428 versus $511 in Khon Kaen — a difference of roughly 19%.
Salary-adjusted, Khon Kaen 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 Chum Phae · Full cost of living in Khon Kaen