living in Thailand on $1,000/month (Ep. 2)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 22 พ.ค. 2024
- This is your guide to Cost of Living in Thailand, which can vary depending on your lifestyle. I'll detail every item of a digital nomad living on a budget of $1000 per month on the island of Koh Samui.
If you are looking to retire in Thailand, become a remote worker in Bangkok, Samui, Phuket, or Chiang Mai....or just travel to Thailand, this video will be your complete guide to Cost of Living.
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0:00 Cost of Living in Thailand
1:00 Breakfast
1:30 Digital Nomad Life
3:45 Thai Food Lunch
4:25 Cost for Dinner
5:41 Supplies
6:01 Nights out at Bars
6:32 Date Night
7:22 House Rent
8:25 Utilities
8:53 Mobile Phone
9:26 Shopping
10:42 Getting Around Samui
12:17 Travel Getaways
13:28 Final Cost Comparison to Hometown
14:55 Health Insurance Cost
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I enjoyed the video, keep them coming eh! The problem with health insurance providers here in Thailand is most of the have a cut-off at 69 years.
Yes. The insurance link you provided only takes you up to the of 69. I’d like a link to older ages, including much older ages
Every year you have to renew it and they won't cover any new ailment you got in the previous year, it will be a precondition. So if you get cancer e.g., you are f...ed
@@markw3267 I want to move to Austin Texas. It's much cheaper there .
Especially the villas $1700/sqm only
A year-round healthcare insurance that excludes cancer coverage is not worth having. As part-time travel insurance, why not, but then there are many other options.
Hi Chris, I'm a Torontonian living in Thailand in Bang Phli, Samut Prakan. I'm an ESL teacher and nearly 59! Left a 34 year career in Canadian law earning nearly 100k a year 3 years ago and now earn 39,000 baht monthly and have money LEFT OVER every month, unlike Canada where my paycheck was eaten up every month! Plus, I have government public healthcare insurance for freeeeeee 😂
Super interesting to know. I’m living in Toronto and have about 5 yrs to retirement and thinking seriously of part time or full time living in Thailand. Visited many many years ago and absolutely loved Thailand. Never thought of living there but the cost of living in Canada is getting ridiculous and I’m seeing a lot of people retiring abroad where their retirement funds carry them further. Might have start doing some reconnaissance visits! Cheers!
This breakdown of expenses is spot on! Iive down here in Phuket Thailand, my monthly expense is just about the same. I am retired US Military, for me this is my best life and love this beautiful tropical paradise ❤️
That retirement goes a LONG way in Southeast Asia!
@@glb_tvlr Yes very much so 😊
I just subscribed to your channel. Looks like some good times.
As others commented, this is a marginal or minimal lifestyle. Certainly doable, but hardly sustainable. Okay when young and carefree, but what about starting a family etc.? We enjoy our great lifestyle in Thailand, but we definitely spend a lot more than that. In fact, we own a villa in Samui, where we could live "rent-free", so to speak, if we so wanted, but the upkeep of the place costs at least as much as the rent mentioned in the video.
Regarding healthcare, there is a hack worth mentioning: foreigners on a work permit can get under the Thai Social Security system, which (while not perfect and certainly not up to European standards) provides excellent coverage for very little cost, with no exclusion and no age-limit. If combined with private insurance with a high excess, this provides an adequate and affordable solution.
Retired expat from the US living on Tland five years.
We were in Phuket, but recently moved to Trang, where GF (soon wife) owns a home. Laid back place, few foreigners. Nice people, plenty ro do, grear roads for mcycle riding. And good location for roD trips.
We spend around the same. No rent, but travel each month. Eat out most every day. Two cars, two mcycles.
Life is great!! Don't miss the US for a minute.
Not accumulating a bunch of useless crap that you can't take with you to the grave. It took me 50 years to figure that out. My hats off to that young guy who has that figured out already! LESS IS MORE! Good video. 👍🇹🇭🏝️💰
Thanks for sharing
Quality of life is far more important than quantity.
I'm currently on Koh Tao,1st time in Thailand..
I met Mike during my 1st breakfast on Koh Samui,a few weeks ago.
I was naturally excitable ,whist ppl watching..
What I noticed about Mike was his huge grin ,which got me talking to him..
Directed me on how to purchase a SIM card..
You just can't fake that type of happiness..
Well done ,good luck.
Awesome! I remember meeting you of course. Not much to be unhappy about living in paradise. Enjoy Koh Tao. Hope to see you around. 😁
Thanks so much for the opportunity! I couldn't be happier with the finished interview! 🎥😎😁👏
I just got back from Thailand a couple weeks ago. That trip really felt like a tipping point for me on the question of “What the hell am I waiting for?”
So I really love seeing videos like this as I start making plans to stop waiting
No time like the present moment! 🙌
I pulled the trigger. Selling off the last of my stuff. I'll be in Thailand next week!
@@muprock Great to hear, mate. I hate seeing people languishing.
Just got here myself, in Jomtien. I came in October, I left October 17th, quit my job 1hr after I landed in Houston. Sold my car, gave the rest of the furniture and stuff to my kids, who could use it. Here I am. I arrived in Thailand on Christmas Eve, Dec 24th. My Christmas present. In my defense I had prepared for 3 years to move to SEA. I was going to go to Vietnam but, situations changed.
I'm asking myself the same exact questions since years and after several trips in Thailand...Unfortunately it's not so easy to quit a job not knowing if things will go right once in Thailand...
I have a girlfriend living in Chiangrai, Thailand. She earned around $900/month. After taxes etc., she brings home (Net) only $700/month. This may not make her rich. But she was able to rent a place by herself and own a pretty nice size new car (Honda). I visited her almost once a year (except the lockdown last few years). To me, she seem to be doing okay with this salary.
super expensive house if rent have 700$/month in thailand. need be big 20 room and 5 bathroom house whit pool and gym and sauna and include all in.
@@mattivirtayou 🤡
I just got back to the US and the not in Thailand depression hit before I even left Suvarnabhumi. 😢. I laughed on entry when customs/border officer asked why I loved Thailand so much..a question only someone that’s never been to Thailand would ask.😂❤️🇹🇭🌶 great video , gives a priced out idea of what could be done on a small budget!
I have no serious plans to return to the US anytime soon. Are you dealing with reverse culture shock?
iykyk....my friends who never been also dont get it...the people..the food and the simplicity of it all...i love thailand..im in pai right now and am heading home in 4 days...the depression is HERE
@DigitalNomadVentures you're video was awesome. I just joined with Chris on his site as a BOD and now following you. I'm coming to Thailand in March and hope to move there there eventually
I know what you mean bro. Been back 3 months now and the depression was real. Something that helped me was booking my next trip. Got a couple weeks left until I go back.
I totally agree , I am working toward my permanent move
I met Mike. Nice guy and cool lifestyle at Samui.
Love to live in Samui... amazing Island.
I stayed on chewang beach....i enjoyed so much.
I really like What Mike is doing....living in dream place with pocket friendly budget.
It was nice meeting you in Bangkok! Thanks for the support! Hope you get a chance to visit Koh Samui again soon.
Incredibly helpful info once again Chris.
That was an excellent interview, really glad I found you here!
Thank you for this. Great video. Enjoy your break.
Great video as always
Thanks for making great content.
Keep up the Greatness.
This video came perfect timing for me. Thanks Chris
Great interview!
Great yet again you never dissapoint Chris!
This is one of the greatest breakdowns/interviews I've ever seen on TH-cam!! Detailed and realistic.
Appreciate that
I agree and for those that don't believe it, BELIEVE IT!
How is it realistic. 2700 subscribers on TH-cam can’t generate 1000 a month
@@mikedezo424 There are other jobs besides TH-cam, champ. Get your knowledge up!
He should list them then, champ.
Really great interview. Both such nice guys. Loved it, thanks for sharing!
Thank you for your information about living in Thailand I’m Thai , I left Thailand when I was 22 years old to Singapore live there for 8 years and moved to England and now I’m over 50 thinking of going back to my beautiful place that I born 🇬🇧❤️🇹🇭
Same here. I left Thailand for US when I was 22 years old. I am now over 50 years old and retiring next year. I can't wait to return to my beloved homeland 💕
I left for the US when I was 2 years old and now I'm over 50 years old and I am seriously considering returning to the country of my birth for the last part of my life! I will be in Thailand this April to scout out some possible retirement sites.
I live in the UK. If I was you I would pack my bags and head for the airport. The UK, in my opinion, is going down the tube and millions would love to have the opportunity to leave but can't.
Loving your videos! So so want to visit Thailand now!
i totally enjoy watching your shows they are very interesting.
night out 400 baht....date night 500 baht.....never ever happen, dream on
Happens regularly. Think different.
Yet another RWFU clip chock full of absolutely USEFUL information. Thank you, Chris
So cool. Nice one again, buddy. All these things that keep calling us back to Samui. 🏖️
Great job Chris and Mike....
Mike and I hungout some on Samui this past winter. Great guy
A couple dorks kicking it.
Guilty 🙋
@@AbroadInThailand 😂 nice
Excellent straight to the point " cost" of living in thailand,subscribed.
Thank you! Few of us backpackers are still watching you too
great to see some budget options after the more upscale appartments you showed a couple of weeks before!
Thanks! Your videos are so helpful and entertaining!
just seeing this now....thanks so much!!
Aweosme video Chris. Gives me hope for my eventual desire to move there.
Another informative video; Thank You 🙏
Good info. And a fine young man. I wish him luck living his dream.
wau, amazing real video, thanx so much chris 👍
Great info, love the detail and the contrast of lifestyle costs!! Thank you!
Agreed. It's a great concept! 😊
Love the videos!
Great video, I love the breakdown! Currently we live in Bali but have to check out Thailand for living next! 👍
The more videos I watch the more you’re convincing me. I think I’ll head out there, break bread with you and get some more details. Thank you for all the pertinent information and great vibes. See you soon! 🍻
Great job Chris!
Thank you! Cheers!
Another good episode Chris. Your guest Mike is a Jack of many trades. The details makes it an especially informative episode. Thanks for sharing.
Glad you enjoyed it :)
Thx for another interesting video. I’ll visit Koh Samui for one month on January to have my holidays. I found a lot of usefull information on your channel. Have a good day! 👊🏻☀️
Awesome. I hope you enjoy your visit to Koh Samui!
I was hook on your videos first time I watched and can't wait to visit Thailand
Welcome aboard!
Thanks for working for us... Your videos are part of my arsenal of TH-camrs that motivated me to come and return back. Now we are here and youtubing as well. Thanks very much🌄
Great video as always. Nice to see you and Mike hanging out. I’m looking forward to connecting with you guys in April in Samui! I’m going to pick up your app today. Thanks for the video!
Awesome I'm glad you enjoyed the video! Let me know when you make it over and we can meet up for lunch!
I’m going to try and visit this summer. I have been planning on my mind for years . Thanks for all the good info.
You're welcome! Glad you found it helpful. :)
Very realistic. I lived on 35k baht a month in Bangkok very comfortably. Beautiful 1 bedroom apartment, high up with a communal pool and gym. Ate out every evening, typically I only eat 2 meals a day (Brunch/Dinner), went out and partied with friends, public transport/Moto taxis everywhere.. I’d say if you can earn 60/80k baht you’ll live an extremely good life, 35/50k a comfortable life.
That's awesome. Good for you!
Actually 35k to 50k baht/month is extremely good life, if you don't have to pay rent or your home/condo has been paid off.
How much is that in US dollars?
@@denisechappell5824 $1000 - $1500
Bangkok have very expensive live, if you pay 35K/month small 1 bedroom abartement someone thief you lot, normal abartement 1 bedroom cost ewerywere in thailand all city normal rent have 3500-4500 B, around pattaya have many house can rent 2-3 bedroom about own garage,garden,private silent area, 2 bathroom, about 8000-12000 B/month, condo expensive 12000-20k B/month, own house i has build cost 6000$ and no rent, only water and elektric about 3000 B/month. land TAX onetime/year about 70$ food 100-200$/month, i has live many many city many year last 30 year in thailand and abartement not newer has cost more than 4500 B/month. 1 bedroom small room, better rent house or terraced house lot more space many room and own silent live than abartement, 35K B can rent million good big house. lot better live than small dog house(abartement or condo) why Bangkok ? thailand have many many big city and lot cheapen than BKK, etc, udon thani live 8 million people big city but lot lot lot cheapen all than BKK, thailand expensive citys have BKK,phuket,pattaya all stupid tourist citys have super expensive, 5-9X expensive than all other city have.
I am living a similar style like Mike. But I am in Pattaya. Surprisingly the prices are almost exactly the same here .Before everyone judges, I don't live in area that most of tourist and crazy party activities happen. Haha. It's similar to Mike's life except that it's not as rural as the islands which is what I like, because I can easily travel to Bangkok or any other countries because of the location. I just like the balance between city and nature life. But everyone is different. But I can totally feel the same satisfaction just like Mike being a digital nomad in Thailand :)
That's awesome. I'm glad you are enjoying the affordable lifestyle in Pattaya and hope you can pay a visit to Koh Samui sometime soon. Cheers!
flights are also cheap from Pattaya to Samui
Pattaya is cheap as most day drinking retired people move there due to little money.
great vid chris, im living the dream too on a slightly smaller budget but everyone has different lifestyles.
Different strokes for different folks
We need more videos like this ❤
more to come, of all types of budgets.
Another Wonderful video thank you
Great video, gives me wanderlust...
Glad to hear that!
Love this interview.. coming in February to scope out for retirement.. love to catch up with you guys and Planet Papa Cheers Jay :)
Holy Cowq 324k Subs. I remember when you were at 2k. Nice! I just left Houston, TX and arrived in Jomtien. 100% on his take. I retired though, inspired by You!
Living vicariously through you guys.
Cheers!
Absolutely incredible!
Thank you 😁
You good Sir, are awesome! Thank you and keep up the, “very well” put together content.
Awesome video Chris!!! This is by far the best video in terms of the cost of living in Thailand; especially, Koh Samui! We were just there & we sure fancy living the first 6 months of moving there in 2 years time! Thank-you for posting this fantastic vlog🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼😘
Very informative material and entertaining at the same time. Love TH and hope to be back in November.
Welcome back!
Thanks for doing this video and I’ve been looking at some of your other videos as well. I’m going to Thailand shortly and staying for a month to pave the way for my husband and I to spend more time there next year and in the future. I’m curious about what type of visas these remote workers are on? It would be great to see some videos/interviews about that aspect of moving to or spending more time in Thailand. Thanks again for spending the time putting these videos together. I’m a videographer myself and understand how time consuming the process albeit a lot of fun. All the best 😊
Cool, cool. Will save this fella. Shout out to Mike...cheers man. 🙏
Cheers from Koh Samui! 🏝️🌞
I am headed that way. Have a friend near Thaton. So excited, I wanna stay!
👋🏼Hello Chris! Awesome video! It’s not hard to live in thailand cheap by no means! We love thailand so much and it’s funny when people ask do you fell scared or have you ever gotten sick in Thailand? The answer is always “No! Thailand is an amazingly beautiful place with very friendly people and delicious food!” We also always say it’s highly recommended that everyone go at least once to thailand and experience it for themselves! 🍻cheers🍻♥️🇨🇦
Great video Chris, I'm coming out for 6 months, only 3 weeks until I get on that plane from the UK
Mardi gras season in Australia 🤪. Good luck to you..
Go one way. You don't want to come back beginning of winter.
@@stevenhull5025need to show onward ticket
Czech restaurant ?? Amazing !! Would love to visit that restaurant on my next trip to Thailand !!!
Great video. Good tips
Currently in Thailand now. Watched a lot of videos and decided to hop around. Thailand is a cool place but I'd 110% choose to live in the Philippines over Thailand.
Why is that? Most people recommend Thailand over PH for better quality of life and better service, such as no electricity outages, better healthcare etc.
@@00_UU yes sure, i has live in PH and move to thailand 15 year before because thailand have lot better live, cheapen, comfortable,better local food, better healt care, life quality lot better, all what you say have in thailand better and lot lot more safety, womans, food, houses, etc. PH have worst place live.
Awesome video! I hope you continue to make more videos like this one. I plan to move to Thailand when I am 40 years old, in about 18 months.
Best of luck!
Your videos helps me a lot to plan my upcoming retirement 😊I can dream a bit and picture me rollin
Awesome.
Great info, appreciated 👍
Glad it was helpful!
Very informative! Thanks!
You're welcome!
Keep it up guys great content. There are many envious of you guys. One day I say
One day or day one. The choice is yours! 😁
I met Mike a couple days ago at beach gym
Top bloke
Wishing you and Mary all the best for the future 🏖💯👍
Nice to meeting you at the gym! See you around. 😁
You could probably live on $1000 USD a month in UK or USA or wherever you come from as well. If you don’t have a mortgage, keep to minimum expenses. Cook at home a meal that lasts for a few days or buy cheap junk food. Like you could get a Domino’s Pizza for $5 NZD where I live.
It is a lot. I am sure you can live cheaper
You said it. If you DON'T have a mortgage. I presume NO rent either. I am in that position and live on £800 a month in the UK. I travel to Asia a few times and have never exceeded a £1,000 a month except for the airfare.
but thailand you live lot better food,weather,healty, house, than UK same money, not need eat junk food newer, and bonus if not like no need cooking newer in home food, all can buy cheapen on the street than cooking in home, and lot lot better food than itself cooking.
I lived in a 2 BR 1 Bath house in Pasadena/Altadena California 3,500 a month and this was 9 years ago now I live in my RV between lot rent and power it's like almost 800 a month!!! Plus I love the Thai women!!! and the food I am on my way!!!
Just 3 months until me and the wife move to Thailand , it's content like this which has made us go for it , so thanks Chris and maybe see you around
Godspeed to 🇹🇭
Get an appointment at your Embassy coming here. Biggest trouble is opening a bank account in Thailand, will not let a foreigner open without a work permit or existing long term visa. Bank deposit is manditory for a long term, over 30 day visa.
@@thebangkokconnection4080 You can usually open an account at Bangkok Bank without a work permit.
Thanks You did a great informative life in Thailand…..I very much appreciate the work you did on this video…..Josef’
Glad you enjoyed it!
Another great Vid Chris.
I know you've talked about visas before, but it'd be great to go on an actual (video)Visa Run, step by step, with you or Adam. The varients are still a bit confusing to me.
Cheers!
Loved this video Chris! Heading over to Koh Samui in July for a couple of weeks and love seeing everything going on in Samui and the wonderful work you are doing to support the local community! Awesome 👌 👏 👍 as a couple of retired travellers hopefully get to scope out some longer term stay options while visiting 😉😁
Hope you enjoy it!
Born and raised in Austin Texas, however, I spent approximately 24 years in the military. My expenses aren't that bad considering my mortgage for a 5-bedroom house with a 3-car garage was likely less than Mike's rent considering my veteran status. Never-the-less, I'm pulling the plug here in Austin and joining you guys in a few years, can't wait.
Godspeed!
THANK YOU FOR MAKING THIS AWESOME VIDEO! The questions & answers were all incredibly succinct & comprehensive.👌👌
This definitely puts living in this particular part of the country into perspective, with a completely itemized budget that's a terrific & useful reference.
Oh yeah, what fees/costs are typically associated with a Visa that someone should factor? THANKS AGAIN!
Thanks for your comment! Visa costs really vary depending on which type and whether you do it yourself or hire a visa attorney. The new 10-year LTR visa, for example, is 50,000 Baht or roughly $1500 plus processing fees. Other visas are cheaper. Lots of information available online.
@Digital Nomad Ventures Thanks, just subscribed to your channel, too!
@@bearleers Awesome! Thanks for subscribing! Stay tuned for updates from Thailand. 🇹🇭
Amazing Chris! This is one of your best and most informative videos for those of us wanting to move to Thailand. Do lots more please!!! The monthly breakdown of costs, OMG… a fraction of the costs from living in Toronto. Great info.
I remember speaking with Haelee, when you guys were in Toronto at the meetup, about less is more and getting rid of “stuff” (even shoes, which we women tend to have lots of!) and it’s so true… We don’t need so many material things. I think we could rent out our condo in Tdot and live quite comfortably in Samui, just on that, but I’d also like to amp up some online income as well.
Keep up the amazing work and we hope to see you both again, soon 😊
Clarissa & Scott
yo guys, thanks for the nice comment and memories of toronto meetup!
@@RetiredWorkingForYou Of course! Also, an idea for a future video... Let's say, every once in a while, you'd like to have breakfast or make a meal at home. What is the comparable cost for say some milk, eggs or some other staple grocery items? Just curious :)
@@RetiredWorkingForYou hey, what about nursing homes in Thailand for expats? Are they any good, cheap?
Sounds like you have a cold in the Outro. Good vid mate!
I love this VDO Clip.
Thanks for the support
Oh my gosh, that trip tip from Mike about flying from BKK to Surat Thani to save some money was golden. Chris, you are such a fantastic and engaging host.
He was just a minimum wage worker back in Austin Texas. That is why he prefers to have a better life in Samui.
Partially correct. This is one of the many reasons why I prefer life in Samui.
Thanks for the great video. 🙏 Greetings from Chainat Province
Would love to see a similar videos at different budgets. Maybe one with $2000/$3000/$4000/$5000 a month to see the differences.
normal retiree peoples income not newer have more than 1000-2000$ but rich peoples have lto lot different live.
I would also like to see those as that is the price range we plan on living.
Great idea.
Beautiful property 😍
We live in West Austin and yup our expenses are way more than that. Thailand is looking really good. I loved it when I was there for a couple of months in 2000. Looks like they don't have an inflation problem, still similar prices from 23 yrs ago.
It's designed to not have an inflation problem
The government agreements are to get as many white Americans to move out of the u.s so they can move in there massive minority mega trade agreement. All politics
very much working towards this.. especially hitting the big 5.0 next yr and eligible for a retirement visa... currently and passed based in VN but sadly they just dont have the infrastructure and long term visa options that Thailand has... so now very much looking at the move to Thailand in the next couple yrs..
Great interview, nice guy
2016 koh Samui for 2 nights. In July. It rained a lot! Fun though. Great food. Stayed in Nathon the whole time.
Next time will venture further!
Went to koh samui because of the movie Meet the Parents!
Now that's cool. It is very useful for modern people who are ready to fly in the way they want. 😍😍🍻🍻👍👍
thanks Chris for antoher great video! Love the way you are showing the different sides of thailands and the different options of living there. Would be great to get some examples of visas and stories of people how they are living there long terms. I know tourist visas are not to difficult to get, but what if you woud like to live and work 3 year in Thailand as a digital nomad.....some interviews of digital nomads would be great. Keep on sharing your love for Thailand and see you hopefuly soon! Kind regards TJ form Amsterdam The Netherlands
Great series. It’s possible but not easy
Yes indeed!
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