Chiang Mai vs Azores

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

Based on a typical expat lifestyle

Chiang Mai is 21% cheaper than Azores

Monthly savings

$333

Thailand

Chiang Mai

$1,247

$21,823

Cheaper option

Portugal

Azores

$1,580

$27,650

Category Breakdown

Category
Chiang Mai
Azores
Difference

Housing (Rent)

$575
$862
+50%

Utilities

$88
$133
+51%

Groceries

$140
$175
+25%

Dining Out

$48
$108
+125%

Transportation

$90
$0
-100%

Lifestyle & Entertainment

$189
$215
+14%

Healthcare

$80
$38
-52%

Phone & Subscriptions

$37
$48
+30%
Monthly Total
$1,247
$1,580
27%

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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