Unveiling Bangkok's Budget: Can You REALLY Afford to Live Here? (Expat Cost Breakdown)

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  • čas přidán 20. 04. 2024
  • Bangkok - the "Land of Smiles" and a haven for budget-conscious travelers and potential expats! But can you REALLY afford to live here as a foreigner?
    In this video, we'll dive into the nitty-gritty of Bangkok's cost of living, breaking down essential expenses like rent, groceries, transportation, and utilities. Whether you're a digital nomad on the go or considering a more permanent move, this video will give you a realistic picture of what your life might cost in this vibrant city.
    We'll explore a range of options for different lifestyles, from budget-friendly finds to more luxurious experiences. Get ready to crunch some numbers and see if Bangkok fits your financial bucket list! Let me know in the comments below - what's YOUR biggest concern about the cost of living in Bangkok?
    #Bangkok #CostOfLiving #ExpatLife #Thailand #BudgetTravel #DigitalNomad #travel #thailand #bangkok #thailandpassport #thailandlife #backpackertravel #thailandtravel #adventure #affordable #cheap

Komentáře • 48

  • @nattm6553
    @nattm6553 Před měsícem +9

    budget in Thailand is so personal..u can survive on 10$ or spend +10000$ a day..and all between. Its all up to YOU and what you want in life
    Most expensive as always is barlife and expensive ladys..if u keep away from that its pretty cheap to live a GOOD comfortable life with no drama.

  • @tweakedkonvict
    @tweakedkonvict Před měsícem +8

    Semper Fi bro, glad you made it out of the matrix to greener pastures.

  • @bwbmx1nj
    @bwbmx1nj Před měsícem

    Good stuff 🤙

  • @hrollinsnyc
    @hrollinsnyc Před měsícem +4

    How were you able to live in Thailand for 5 years? I thought it was hard to get a long term visa in Thailand.

  • @jaf9716
    @jaf9716 Před měsícem

    Oohrah Semper Fi Brother, been in and out of Thailnd since 2002 Cobra Gold, appreciate the info!

  • @pmags1331
    @pmags1331 Před měsícem +1

    What airlines do you fly or what website do you use for booking flights ?
    Cool video .

  • @joeldchenoweth
    @joeldchenoweth Před 3 dny

    What type of visa do you have? And, do you work while in Bangkok (remote)?

  • @georgequek7996
    @georgequek7996 Před 26 dny

    I lived ten years in bkk with my owned condo near to bts and everything is cheap always love here kap.🙏

  • @cozacd
    @cozacd Před měsícem +1

    I'm headed to Chaing Mai on May 12 to see if I can afford to live there myself. Too bad Bangkok is so far away I would like to buy you a few beers and chat. Thanks for the info PPR.

    • @cozacd
      @cozacd Před 28 dny

      @@thehumblehummingbird I have a B&B in the NW part in Nimmanhaemin, for my first three week recon trip and I would like a more quiet area. However, where I'm staying is on the flight path, so there's that. I've also booked a realtor to drive me around Chaing Mai to see where would, be a good fit. Once i get settled, I'll probably travel the country more to find the perfect spot. My budget for a condo is up to 20000 Bht, and from the recent looking I've done, I shouldn't have a problem finding something. The burning season does concern me, especially for how long it lasts, I plan to be pretty flexible if and area doesn't work out. Thanks for reaching out, THH.

  • @devanshu220
    @devanshu220 Před měsícem +4

    Can you elaborate on how your food is 60 THB per day. What does it include? Do you cook on your own?

    • @nattm6553
      @nattm6553 Před měsícem +3

      You have never been in Thailand? If u eat thai food u pay thai prices - eat western food - pay western prices

    • @user-ei1ct4gn7s
      @user-ei1ct4gn7s Před měsícem

      @@nattm6553 Yea, I have lived here for many years ... 60 baht a day even with Thai food and Thai prices you are starving ...

    • @nattm6553
      @nattm6553 Před měsícem +1

      @@user-ei1ct4gn7s ok mr stonetable expert (probably in pattaya and speaks 4 words thai) , but u do know that minimum wage in Thailand is 363 baht a DAY and many thaippl live on that?
      It all depending WHERE u live and how u live and how much food your body need etc
      If you cook simple food HOME 60 baht is totally realistic its not fun food but food.

    • @nattm6553
      @nattm6553 Před měsícem

      @@user-ei1ct4gn7s budget in Thailand is so personal..u can survive on 10$ or spend +10000$ a day..and all between. Its all up to YOU and what you want in life

    • @somkit9102
      @somkit9102 Před 7 dny +1

      Yeah, I can't believe that 60 baht per day figure. The cheapest single dish you can find on the street is around 25-30 baht. Eating 2 meals per day of the lowest quality street food is not a good idea. He spends more money on weed than on food!

  • @lukew5255
    @lukew5255 Před 19 dny

    Can you say what area you are living in? And how far from the bts?

  • @davecopp9356
    @davecopp9356 Před 28 dny

    How do you manage the visa issue? Thanks.

  • @justinccross
    @justinccross Před měsícem +1

    The amount he mentions for food per day is dramatically lower than most - doubling that for most people would still be LOW - no disrespect intended here and he probably honestly is making that happen but he is in a profound minority and you will find yourself spending 3 to 5 times that amount. I’ve lived here over 1 years

  • @timwalker2458
    @timwalker2458 Před 15 dny

    Nice one mate.
    Copy every video that has ever been made on Bangkok, and hope no one in the world has ever seen one before.
    P.S.
    Get the train into Bangkok.
    I've saved you 300 baht already.

  • @user-po5eb9tb9l
    @user-po5eb9tb9l Před měsícem

    Is there any vacancies in your building?

  • @mattfinch3895
    @mattfinch3895 Před měsícem +2

    Ever thought of setting up your own little grow tent in your apartment? Keep your overall costs down and all that. Easy to do.

    • @somkit9102
      @somkit9102 Před 7 dny +1

      I did exactly that, during Covid, before weed was legal. Since it was legalized, I just order clones online every few months after I harvest the previous crop.

  • @MrNixity
    @MrNixity Před měsícem +1

    You just get the train from the airport to the city center

  • @tonyecock9432
    @tonyecock9432 Před 19 dny

    Why a taxi from the airport, why not the airport rail link and the metro

  • @orenschulman4554
    @orenschulman4554 Před měsícem +1

    How do you only spend 60 baht a day on food? How big is your apartment? What area? Are those places easy to find? I assumed rent would be higher in BKK. Is it possible to get an apartment at that price for shorter leases, like 6 months? Thanks!

    • @user-ei1ct4gn7s
      @user-ei1ct4gn7s Před měsícem +1

      Well ... 60 baht a day he is starving ..

    • @feverishchic
      @feverishchic Před 28 dny +1

      I’m an ordinary teacher here in Bangkok I spend at least 350 baht a day. 😊 60 baht that’s just for 1 meal no water or drinks…. no snacks

  • @johnnybgood3909
    @johnnybgood3909 Před 18 dny

    So you eat fried crickets every day

  • @Lifewithemerson323
    @Lifewithemerson323 Před měsícem +2

    I need 4k usd. Too much entertainment out there. Also bro too much background noise with that water.

  • @jnsa9454
    @jnsa9454 Před měsícem

    How do you make a living there?

  • @fridaysperspective4323
    @fridaysperspective4323 Před měsícem

    What about entertainment and health insurance . I believe your $800 is doable for a bachelor with a simple life mindset which is reassuring.

    • @steinberg08
      @steinberg08 Před měsícem +2

      Hey, great question. I'm having some dental work done right now. Outside of insurance and what would cost me 21,000 usd in the United States is costing me about 1,300 usd here in thailand.😮

  • @theghostoftravel
    @theghostoftravel Před měsícem +1

    You can but people like to pretend theyre still living in the USA with their luxury style

    • @nattm6553
      @nattm6553 Před měsícem +2

      fun fact..Americans are pretty rare in se-asia..European Australian and even Canadians is more common. Most Americans ive seen and met over the years are Vets.

  • @captureitlive
    @captureitlive Před měsícem +2

    Thailand was done before covid . All of the experts moved out .
    There's many guys living in Cambodia and refuse to ever go back to Thailand. That's pretty bad .

  • @roccohoon2628
    @roccohoon2628 Před měsícem +2

    You spend 60 baht on average a day on food? that is 1 small thai dish? you probably know a 100 dollars is oer 3000 Baht so you probably meant 100 baht and not 60? :) still very low

  • @roybishop8874
    @roybishop8874 Před 26 dny

    $60 baht per day , yeah right

  • @dillardmaysjr2405
    @dillardmaysjr2405 Před 27 dny

    Semper Fi Devil Dog

  • @candewan6197
    @candewan6197 Před měsícem

    No lestaulang no boom boom no thai smile😅😅😅

  • @ExtraGuac007
    @ExtraGuac007 Před měsícem +1

    Why does this video look like it was made in 1975?

  • @nickphang2293
    @nickphang2293 Před měsícem

    Don’t live in Thailand if ya westerners can’t afford 2,000 -2,500 a month !