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Cost of living in Chiang Mai, Thailand

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Cost & Budget

Comfortable Living

$2,457

Cost of Living for Couple

$2,796

Minimum Needed

$1,939

View budget breakdown
Housing
$1,046
Utilities
$63
Food
$358
Transportation
$472

Estimated 1BR Rent

$1,000

Utilities

$63

Groceries

$358/mo · 365 grocery POIs

Daily Expenses

Dining Out

$128/mo

Transportation

$472

Need for a Car

Car-light possible

Property Taxes

Elevated pressure

Overall Feel

Good

How to use this tab

Use the budget value as a planning signal for everyday spending, not as a quote for a specific household. It is most useful when compared with healthcare, safety, and climate on the same page.

What to verify

Housing mix, exchange rates, healthcare needs, car ownership, and travel style can move a real monthly budget materially.