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Cost of Living in Phuket, Thailand

Island resort destination turned remote work hub. Beach lifestyle, international community, more expensive than mainland.

Currency
THB (฿)
English Level
Moderate
Healthcare
Public + Private

Rental Prices in Phuket

1-Bedroom Apartment
฿9,000 - ฿27,000
per month
2-Bedroom Apartment
฿14,000 - ฿42,000
per month

* Prices shown are second-hand rental market rates, typical for expats.4 neighborhoods tracked. Source: Official government housing statistics.

Monthly Living Costs

Groceries
฿7,000
Transport
฿2,000
Utilities
฿3,250
Dining Out
฿4,500

Utility costs based on Eurostat Energy Statistics.

Popular Neighborhoods

Patong
Main tourist beach. Nightlife, restaurants, busy beaches. Convenient but noisy.
0 min walk•฿15,000+/mo
Rawai
Southern tip, quieter beaches. Seafood pier, local feel, expat community. Less touristy.
35 min car•฿12,000+/mo
Chalong
Central hub for south Phuket. Big Buddha nearby, marina, practical location. Good for families.
20 min car•฿10,000+/mo
Phuket Town
Historic Sino-Portuguese old town. Local food, markets, authentic Thai life. Away from beaches.
0 min walk•฿9,000+/mo

Work Visa

Non-B visa + work permit. Long-Term Resident (LTR) visa for remote workers and professionals.

Processing: 2-4 weeks

Relocation Costs

Usually 2 months deposit + 1 month advance. Furnished apartments common.

Typical deposit: 2 months rent

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Data last updated: January 2026•View methodology

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