Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya vs Hat Yai — Cost of Living Comparison (2026)

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya	Hat Yai	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$4.80	$5.09	Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$19.20	$20.35	Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya
Cappuccino	$1.44	$1.53	Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya
Monthly groceries (single person)	$109	$115	Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya
Monthly public transport pass	$17.60	$18.66	Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$46.40	$49.18	Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$13.44	$14.25	Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya
Fitness club membership	$13.44	$14.25	Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya
Cinema ticket	$3.52	$3.73	Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$230	$247	Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$160	$172	Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$480	$516	Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya
Total single-person budget	$480	$511	Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya
Average net salary	$650	$689

Verdict

Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya runs about $480 versus $511 in Hat Yai — a difference of roughly 7%.

Salary-adjusted, Hat Yai 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 Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya · Full cost of living in Hat Yai

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya cheaper than Hat Yai?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $480 per month in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya versus $511 in Hat Yai — about 7% less.

How far is Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya from Hat Yai?

The straight-line distance between Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya and Hat Yai is approximately 817 km (507 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya or Hat Yai?

The estimated average net salary is $650 in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya and $689 in Hat Yai. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $170 in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya versus $178 in Hat Yai per month.