Thailand

East Asia & Pacific👥 71.7M💰 $21,741 GDP/capita PPP

Purchasing Power vs. United States

247% cheaper

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).

Thai is official languageVisa-friendly (Elite/retirement/education visas available)Very low cost of livingGenerally safe for expats in urban areasGood healthcare in Bangkok/major citiesFast 4G/5G internet in major citiesTropical climate: hot, humid, monsoon rains May-October