Thailand vs Thailand · 1,074 km apart
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| Expense | Surat Thani | Chiang Mai | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.80 | $5.47 | Surat Thani |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $19.20 | $21.89 | Surat Thani |
| Cappuccino | $1.44 | $1.64 | Surat Thani |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $109 | $124 | Surat Thani |
| Monthly public transport pass | $17.60 | $20.06 | Surat Thani |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $46.40 | $52.90 | Surat Thani |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $13.44 | $15.32 | Surat Thani |
| Fitness club membership | $13.44 | $15.32 | Surat Thani |
| Cinema ticket | $3.52 | $4.01 | Surat Thani |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $230 | $271 | Surat Thani |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $160 | $188 | Surat Thani |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $480 | $565 | Surat Thani |
| Total single-person budget | $480 | $553 | Surat Thani |
| Average net salary | $650 | $741 |
Surat Thani is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Surat Thani 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 Surat Thani · Full cost of living in Chiang Mai