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Rayong vs Hat Yai

Thailand vs Thailand · 635 km apart

Rayong

Thailand

฿17,520 ($480)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Hat Yai

Thailand

฿18,662 ($511)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Rayong is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Rayong 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 Rayong · Full cost of living in Hat Yai

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rayong cheaper than Hat Yai?

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

How far is Rayong from Hat Yai?

The straight-line distance between Rayong and Hat Yai is approximately 635 km (395 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Rayong or Hat Yai?

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