Thailand
Cost of Living in Bangkok
Frugal single: $800-1,000/month. Comfortable single: $1,500-2,000/month. Comfortable couple: $2,000-3,000/month. BTS/MRT areas command premiums but save on transport.
Monthly Total
$1,679
$29,383
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$805
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$29
Based on a typical expat lifestyle: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 1/14/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$805
$14,088
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$170
$2,975
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$175
$3,063
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$60
$1,050
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$120
$2,100
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$204
$3,570
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$100
$1,750
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$45
$788
Monthly Total
$1,679
$29,383
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Living in Bangkok
Bangkok offers excellent value for a major Asian capital. Street food keeps food costs incredibly low ($1-2/meal), while modern condos with pools and gyms are available from $450/month. A/C costs are the main variable—expect $85-200/month for electricity depending on usage.
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