Données Clés sur le Coût de la Vie
| Catégorie | Indice | USD est. | Niveau |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coût de la Vie | 38.0 | 62% cheaper than NYC | Cheap |
| Rent (1-bed city) | 13.9 | $445/mo/mo est. | Cheap |
| Groceries | 27.2 | $115/mo/mo est. | Cheap |
| Restaurants | 44.4 | $9/meal est. | Modéré |
| Local Pouvoir d'Achat | 25.0 | ×2.63 expat stretch | |
| GNI per Capita | $24.0k | Banque Mondiale PPP | |
| Inflation Rate | 1.37% | Annuel 2026 |
Logement & Loyer
Rent in Thailand is well below the NYC baseline (Rent Index 13.9). A 1-bedroom apartment in a major city centre costs around $445/month, dropping to $290/month outside the centre. Three-bedroom apartments typically run $765+/month centrally.
| Type | USD / mois | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1-bed, city centre | $445/mo | Moy. capitale |
| 1-bed, suburbs | $290/mo | Hors centre |
| 3-bed, city centre | $765/mo | Famille / colocation |
| Utilities (85m²) | $55/mo | Électricité, gaz, eau |
Alimentation & Restaurants
Food in Thailand is budget-friendly. An inexpensive restaurant meal costs around $9/person; a mid-range dinner for two runs $72. Monthly grocery spending for one person averages $115.
| Article | Prix (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Meal, inexpensive restaurant | $9 | Par personne |
| Meal for 2, mid-range | $36 | 3 plats |
| Courses mensuelles (célibataire) | $115/mo | Estimated |
| Beer (0.5L, restaurant) | $0.95 | Marque locale |
| Coffee / espresso | $1.33 | Café local |
Transport
A monthly public transport pass in Thailand costs roughly $50. Taxis and ride-hailing are very cheap, making day-to-day mobility a minor budget item.
| Type | Prix (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly transit pass | $38/mo | Transport en commun |
| Taxi per km | $0.76/km | Tarif moyen |
| Petrol (1L) | $0.61/L | Carburant ordinaire |
| Internet speed | 37.0 Mbps | Modéré |
Santé & Qualité de Vie
Analyse Clé
Thailand's CoL Index of 38.0 paired with a Local Pouvoir d'Achat Index of 25.0 signals limited purchasing power for local earners. Expats on foreign incomes benefit significantly here. Current inflation is moderate at 1.4%, keeping costs relatively stable.
Notre Verdict for Thailand
Thailand is one of the most affordable destinations globally, with a CoL Index of 38.0 — less than half of New York City. Expats on Western incomes enjoy exceptional purchasing power here.
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- Digital nomads & remote workers on foreign income
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- Those requiring Western-standard amenities everywhere
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