Koh Samui vs Alicante
Cost of living comparison for expats considering Koh Samui or Alicante, Mexico.
Based on a typical expat lifestyle
Koh Samui is 23% cheaper than Alicante
Monthly savings
$491
Thailand
Koh Samui
$1,635
$28,613
Cheaper option
Spain
Alicante
$2,126
$37,205
Category Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
Utilities
Groceries
Dining Out
Transportation
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Healthcare
Phone & Subscriptions
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
Koh Samui
Budget living: $550-700/month. Mid-range: $1,000-1,500/month. Comfortable single: $1,500-2,500/month. Scooter essential.
Alicante
El Centro, Playa San Juan, and Cabo de las Huertas popular neighborhoods. Monthly budget: Frugal single $1,400-1,600, Comfortable single $1,800-2,100, Couple $2,500-3,000.
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