Phuket vs Azores

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

Based on a typical expat lifestyle

Azores is 11% cheaper than Phuket

Monthly savings

$190

Thailand

Phuket

$1,770

$30,975

Portugal

Azores

$1,580

$27,650

Cheaper option

Category Breakdown

Category
Phuket
Azores
Difference

Housing (Rent)

$690
$862
+25%

Utilities

$187
$133
-29%

Groceries

$210
$175
-17%

Dining Out

$84
$108
+29%

Transportation

$240
$0
-100%

Lifestyle & Entertainment

$204
$215
+5%

Healthcare

$110
$38
-65%

Phone & Subscriptions

$45
$48
+7%
Monthly Total
$1,770
$1,580
-11%

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

Phuket

Frugal single: $850-1,200/month. Comfortable single: $1,500-2,000/month. Comfortable couple: $2,200-3,000/month. Car/scooter essential.

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