🇹🇭 Cost of Living in Bangkok
How much you'll actually spend — not what travel blogs tell you
Monthly budget · Single · city center
$982/mo
Just you and your questionable life decisions
The real monthly damage
Rent — the biggest line item
Source: Numbeo. Prices in USD unless toggled.
Grocery prices — the supermarket reality check
Eating out — because you won't cook every night
Getting around — or trying to
30-day trial run
What a month-long scouting trip costs before you commit to anything permanent.
Bangkok vs. similar cities
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to live in Bangkok?▼
A single person can expect to spend about $982/month in Bangkok, including rent in the city center, groceries, transport, and utilities. Couples need roughly $1,144/month.
What is the average salary in Bangkok?▼
The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Bangkok is about $780, according to Numbeo data.
Is Bangkok expensive compared to other cities?▼
Compared to similar cities: Phuket ($1,065/mo), Kuala Lumpur ($958/mo), Tbilisi ($1,147/mo), Yerevan ($1,020/mo), Almaty ($1,241/mo). Bangkok comes in at $982/mo for a single person.
Cost data sourced from Numbeo. Updated periodically.