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Saraburi vs Chiang Mai

Thailand vs Thailand · 516 km apart

Saraburi

Thailand

฿17,520 ($480)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Chiang Mai

Thailand

฿20,194 ($553)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Saraburi is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Saraburi 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 Saraburi  ·  Full cost of living in Chiang Mai

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Saraburi cheaper than Chiang Mai?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $480 per month in Saraburi versus $553 in Chiang Mai — about 15% less.
How far is Saraburi from Chiang Mai?
The straight-line distance between Saraburi and Chiang Mai is approximately 516 km (321 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Saraburi or Chiang Mai?
The estimated average net salary is $650 in Saraburi and $741 in Chiang Mai. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $170 in Saraburi versus $188 in Chiang Mai per month.