Chiang Mai vs Armenia

Cost of living comparison for expats considering Chiang Mai or Armenia, Mexico.

Based on a typical expat lifestyle

Armenia is 23% cheaper than Chiang Mai

Monthly savings

$287

Thailand

Chiang Mai

$1,247

$21,823

Colombia

Armenia

$960

$16,800

Cheaper option

Category Breakdown

Category
Chiang Mai
Armenia
Difference

Housing (Rent)

$575
$414
-28%

Utilities

$88
$78
-11%

Groceries

$140
$102
-27%

Dining Out

$48
$36
-25%

Transportation

$90
$60
-33%

Lifestyle & Entertainment

$189
$178
-6%

Healthcare

$80
$62
-22%

Phone & Subscriptions

$37
$30
-19%
Monthly Total
$1,247
$960
-23%

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

Chiang Mai

Frugal digital nomad: $600-800/month. Comfortable single: $1,000-1,400/month. Comfortable couple: $1,500-2,200/month. Scooter rental $60-100/month essential.

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