Pattaya, Thailand

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Country

Thailand

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About Pattaya, Thailand

Costs exclude rent

Single / month

$455

Family of 4 / mo

$1,156

Avg salary (after tax)

$503

Pattaya is a vibrant city located on the eastern Gulf coast of Thailand . Known for its beautiful beaches and lively atmosphere, it attracts many tourists from around the world. Visitors can enjoy various activities, such as relaxing on the sandy shores, exploring water sports, or taking boat trips to nearby islands.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.Wikipedia · Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)· Updated May 22, 2026

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Fashion

Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $103.17
Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $44.52
Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $48.28
Men's Dress ShoesUSD $79.71

Financial

Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $460.39
Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.11

Food - Beverages

Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $1.07
Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.42
CappuccinoUSD $1.79
Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $3.49
Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $2.36

Food - Dining

Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $3.49
Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $27.93
Fast Food ComboUSD $6.98

Food - Grocery

Beef Round (1 kg)USD $13.39
Apples (1 kg)USD $2.5
Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.3
Oranges (1 kg)USD $2.58
Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $1.68
Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.39
Onions (1 kg)USD $1.11
Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.59
Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.52
Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $19.12
Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $5.06
Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $2.66
Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $13.53
Dozen EggsUSD $1.9
White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.09
Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $3.1
Milk (1 litre)USD $2.26

Housing

Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $218.02
Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $478.27
Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $276.38
Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,047
Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $711.31
Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $122.37

Leisure

Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $17.49
Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $5.24
Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $372.38
Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $48.92
Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $21,121

Transportation

Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $1.02
Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $1.74
Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $30,547
One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $0.35
Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $41,893
1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $3.49
Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $20.94

Utilities (Monthly)

Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $66.94
Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $23.29