Prices and Cost of Living in Thailand

Food and beverage prices in Thailand

Popular food products found on store shelves in Thailand include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 46.91 THB (1.23 EUR) for a kilo of onions to 307 THB (8.03 EUR) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 46.74 THB (1.22 EUR) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 43.86 THB (1.15 EUR) per half kilo. Bananas cost 57.82 THB (1.51 EUR) per kilo, while apples cost 114 THB (2.98 EUR) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 16.88 THB (0.44 EUR). Dairy prices in Thailand, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 60.19 THB (1.58 EUR), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 599 THB (15.67 EUR). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 99.66 THB (2.61 EUR) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 72.17 THB (1.89 EUR), and the average price of tomatoes is 59.26 THB (1.55 EUR) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Thailand vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 81.72 THB (2.14 EUR), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 22.62 THB (0.59 EUR). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 200 THB (5.24 EUR) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 1000 THB (26.18 EUR). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 100 THB (2.62 EUR).

How much does transportation cost in Thailand?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 40 THB (1.05 EUR), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 1200 THB (31.42 EUR). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 35 THB (0.92 EUR), along with a per-kilometer charge of 42.5 THB (1.11 EUR).

Fuel prices in Thailand

Average fuel prices in Thailand are 43.29 THB (1.13 EUR) per liter of gasoline and 32.1 THB (0.84 EUR) per liter of diesel.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Thailand?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Thailand varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 10504 THB (275 EUR) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 22088 THB (578 EUR) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 194048 THB (5081 EUR) per square meter.