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Mae O vs Bangkok

Thailand vs Thailand · 660 km apart

Mae O

Thailand

฿15,631 ($428)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Bangkok

Thailand

฿23,291 ($638)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Mae O	Bangkok	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$4.32	$6.24	Mae O
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$17.28	$24.96	Mae O
Cappuccino	$1.30	$1.87	Mae O
Monthly groceries (single person)	$97.92	$141	Mae O
Monthly public transport pass	$15.84	$22.88	Mae O
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$41.76	$60.32	Mae O
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$12.10	$17.47	Mae O
Fitness club membership	$12.10	$17.47	Mae O
Cinema ticket	$3.17	$4.58	Mae O
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$202	$319	Mae O
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$140	$222	Mae O
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$421	$666	Mae O
Total single-person budget	$428	$638	Mae O
Average net salary	$585	$845

Verdict

Mae O is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Mae O runs about $428 versus $638 in Bangkok — a difference of roughly 49%.

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 Mae O · Full cost of living in Bangkok

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mae O cheaper than Bangkok?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $428 per month in Mae O versus $638 in Bangkok — about 49% less.

How far is Mae O from Bangkok?

The straight-line distance between Mae O and Bangkok is approximately 660 km (410 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Mae O or Bangkok?

The estimated average net salary is $585 in Mae O and $845 in Bangkok. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $157 in Mae O versus $207 in Bangkok per month.