I asked DIGITAL NOMADS how much they spend in Thailand 🇹🇭
Thailand has long been a popular destination for digital nomads seeking a mix of inexpensive living costs, beautiful scenery, and a vibrant culture to inspire their work. As someone who has spent time living and working in Thailand myself, I was curious to find out just how much other digital nomads typically spend during their time in the Land of Smiles.
To get a better understanding of this, I reached out to a group of digital nomads currently living and working in Thailand and asked them to share their monthly expenses. The responses I received varied widely, reflecting the diverse lifestyles and spending habits of digital nomads.
One digital nomad, who prefers to live in more expensive areas like Bangkok or Chiang Mai, reported spending around $1,500 USD per month on rent, food, transportation, and other expenses. This individual enjoys dining out at restaurants and living in upscale accommodations, which contributes to their higher overall spending.
On the other hand, another digital nomad living a more minimalist lifestyle in a smaller town like Pai or Koh Lanta shared that they spend closer to $800 USD per month. This individual opts for budget accommodation, cooks most of their meals at home, and avoids expensive activities and outings, which allows them to keep their expenses low.
Overall, the digital nomads I spoke with agreed that Thailand offers a high quality of life at a relatively low cost compared to many Western countries. The affordability of accommodation, food, and transportation make it an appealing destination for remote workers looking to stretch their funds while enjoying a comfortable lifestyle.
However, it’s important to note that expenses can vary greatly depending on personal preferences and lifestyle choices. Those who enjoy luxury accommodations, dining out frequently, and participating in expensive activities may find themselves spending more than those who prefer a more budget-conscious approach.
In conclusion, Thailand is a popular destination for digital nomads due to its affordability and attractive lifestyle offerings. Whether you’re looking to live lavishly or keep things simple, there are plenty of options to suit a variety of budgets in this vibrant Southeast Asian country.
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I'm from NYC and the funny thing is I would pay NYC cost of living prices to live in Bangkok, just because Bangkok is amazing on its own and you get access to all of the amazing places in Southeast Asia. So the fact that it is just a fraction of NYC prices is a no brainer as long as you can earn $USD. That's the hard part because you can only really do that if you're a contractor in the US. You can't do it on a regular W2 job working for a company.
I'm not sure all the money that they mention is in what currency so its quite confusing
❤ ❤❤ love Bangkok.
I can believe how low these rents are, would love to find out more about what kind of place you can get for those prices, maybe an idea for a future video?
i gotta start packing
I am a Thai-American, and I already have plans to retire there in 3-4 years. I've made my fortune in the US and I'm now ready to spend it in Thailand!
Hi! I'm Kritsada base in Aranyapathet, Sakaeo province,Thailand. I love your video so much and I hope you come to visit my hometown one day. Thank you!