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Cities/Bangkok

Bangkok

Thailand

Thailand's chaotic, temple-studded capital with legendary street food, ornate palaces, and a nightlife scene that never sleeps. Affordable and exhilarating.

Population: 10.5M
Avg Income: $ 14K/yr
Avg. Temp: 28°C
Area: 1,569 km²
THB
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29
Very Affordable

#164 of 250

42% below average

Est. Monthly Cost

$ 1 090

Based on NYC = 100 index


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Cost Breakdown

Monthly average costs by category

Housing

$ 458

per month

Food & Groceries

$ 59

per month

Restaurants

$ 220

per month

Transportation

$ 82

per month

Utilities

$ 143

per month

Entertainment

$ 94

per month

Healthcare

$ 9

per month

Clothing

$ 24

per month