Thailand
Purchasing Power vs. United States
Based on GDP per capita (PPP). $21,741 vs US.
About Thailand
Thailand is a Southeast Asian hub for expats and digital nomads, known for low cost of living, warm tropical climate, and rich cultural heritage centered around Bangkok and Chiang Mai. The country offers excellent value for money, accessible healthcare, and a well-established expat community, though visa regulations require navigation and infrastructure quality varies outside major cities. Practical considerations include tropical heat/humidity year-round, language barriers outside tourist areas, and the need for proper visa status (Elite visa, ED visa, or border runs remain common options).
Cities in Thailand
Bangkok
CapitalPop. 11.4M
Samut Prakan
Pop. 389K
Mueang Nonthaburi
Pop. 254K
Chon Buri
Pop. 219K
Phra Pradaeng
Pop. 196K
Hat Yai
Pop. 192K
Pak Kret
Pop. 190K
Si Racha
Pop. 179K
Nong Chok
Pop. 157K
Lampang
Pop. 156K
Surat Thani
Pop. 132K
Udon Thani
Pop. 131K
Chiang Mai
Pop. 127K
Nakhon Ratchasima
Pop. 126K
Hua Hin
Pop. 126K
Ubon Ratchathani
Pop. 123K
Ban I Chang
Pop. 120K
Khlong Luang
Pop. 119K
Nakhon Pathom
Pop. 118K
Pattaya
Pop. 116K
Khon Kaen
Pop. 114K
Rayong
Pop. 107K
Nakhon Si Thammarat
Pop. 102K
Phuket
Pop. 79K
Chiang Rai
Pop. 79K
Kanchanaburi
Pop. 64K
Koh Samui
Pop. 50K
Sukhothai
Pop. 37K
Krabi
Pop. 31K