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single / month
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single / month
| Expense | Nakhon Ratchasima | Chiang Mai | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $5.09 | $5.47 | Nakhon Ratchasima |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $20.35 | $21.89 | Nakhon Ratchasima |
| Cappuccino | $1.53 | $1.64 | Nakhon Ratchasima |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $115 | $124 | Nakhon Ratchasima |
| Monthly public transport pass | $18.66 | $20.06 | Nakhon Ratchasima |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $49.18 | $52.90 | Nakhon Ratchasima |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $14.25 | $15.32 | Nakhon Ratchasima |
| Fitness club membership | $14.25 | $15.32 | Nakhon Ratchasima |
| Cinema ticket | $3.73 | $4.01 | Nakhon Ratchasima |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $247 | $271 | Nakhon Ratchasima |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $172 | $188 | Nakhon Ratchasima |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $516 | $565 | Nakhon Ratchasima |
| Total single-person budget | $511 | $553 | Nakhon Ratchasima |
| Average net salary | $689 | $741 |
Nakhon Ratchasima is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Nakhon Ratchasima runs about $511 versus $553 in Chiang Mai — a difference of roughly 8%.
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 Nakhon Ratchasima · Full cost of living in Chiang Mai