Bangkok vs Azores

Cost of living comparison for expats considering Bangkok or Azores, Mexico.

Based on a typical expat lifestyle

Azores is 6% cheaper than Bangkok

Monthly savings

$99

Thailand

Bangkok

$1,679

$29,383

Portugal

Azores

$1,580

$27,650

Cheaper option

Category Breakdown

Category
Bangkok
Azores
Difference

Housing (Rent)

$805
$862
+7%

Utilities

$170
$133
-22%

Groceries

$175
$175

Dining Out

$60
$108
+80%

Transportation

$120
$0
-100%

Lifestyle & Entertainment

$204
$215
+5%

Healthcare

$100
$38
-62%

Phone & Subscriptions

$45
$48
+7%
Monthly Total
$1,679
$1,580
-6%

Based on a typical expat lifestyle: 1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment, basic health insurance.

City Insights

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.

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