Detailed Breakdown of Popular Locations for Expats in Thailand

Bangkok has the jobs and the traffic; Chiang Mai has the mountains and the smoke. Here’s how seven popular expat bases in Thailand, from Phuket to Samut Prakan, compare on cost, transport, healthcare, and community.

Deciding where to live is one of the first things that expats need to do when planning to move to Thailand.

Many people only think about Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Pattaya, and Phuket. Are these really the most suitable places for you?

In this article, we are going to break down the popular provinces for expats in Thailand, including their cost of living, transportation options, health care services, food choices, facilities, and expat communities.

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