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Cities/Koh Samui

Koh Samui

Thailand

A Thai Gulf island with palm-fringed beaches, luxury wellness resorts, and a more upscale, relaxed atmosphere compared to the Andaman coast.

Population: 50K
Avg Income: $ 17K/yr
Avg. Temp: 28°C
Area: 229 km²
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34
Affordable

#146 of 250

32% below average

Est. Monthly Cost

$ 1 269

Based on NYC = 100 index


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Cost Breakdown

Monthly average costs by category

Housing

$ 578

per month

Food & Groceries

$ 64

per month

Restaurants

$ 261

per month

Transportation

$ 69

per month

Utilities

$ 152

per month

Entertainment

$ 109

per month

Healthcare

$ 10

per month

Clothing

$ 25

per month