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Lampang vs Chiang Mai

Thailand vs Thailand · 77 km apart

Lampang

Thailand

฿17,520 ($480)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Chiang Mai

Thailand

฿20,194 ($553)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseLampangChiang MaiCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4.80$5.47Lampang
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$19.20$21.89Lampang
Cappuccino$1.44$1.64Lampang
Monthly groceries (single person)$109$124Lampang
Monthly public transport pass$17.60$20.06Lampang
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$46.40$52.90Lampang
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$13.44$15.32Lampang
Fitness club membership$13.44$15.32Lampang
Cinema ticket$3.52$4.01Lampang
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$230$271Lampang
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$160$188Lampang
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$480$565Lampang
Total single-person budget$480$553Lampang
Average net salary$650$741

Verdict

Lampang is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Lampang runs about $480 versus $553 in Chiang Mai — a difference of roughly 15%.

Salary-adjusted, Chiang Mai 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 Lampang  ·  Full cost of living in Chiang Mai

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lampang cheaper than Chiang Mai?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $480 per month in Lampang versus $553 in Chiang Mai — about 15% less.
How far is Lampang from Chiang Mai?
The straight-line distance between Lampang and Chiang Mai is approximately 77 km (48 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Lampang or Chiang Mai?
The estimated average net salary is $650 in Lampang and $741 in Chiang Mai. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $170 in Lampang versus $188 in Chiang Mai per month.