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Udon Thani vs Khon Kaen

Thailand vs Thailand · 110 km apart

Udon Thani

Thailand

฿17,520 ($480)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Khon Kaen

Thailand

฿18,662 ($511)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Udon Thani is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Udon Thani runs about $480 versus $511 in Khon Kaen — a difference of roughly 7%.

Salary-adjusted, Khon Kaen 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 Udon Thani · Full cost of living in Khon Kaen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Udon Thani cheaper than Khon Kaen?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $480 per month in Udon Thani versus $511 in Khon Kaen — about 7% less.

How far is Udon Thani from Khon Kaen?

The straight-line distance between Udon Thani and Khon Kaen is approximately 110 km (69 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Udon Thani or Khon Kaen?

The estimated average net salary is $650 in Udon Thani and $689 in Khon Kaen. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $170 in Udon Thani versus $178 in Khon Kaen per month.