Koh Samui
Thailand
Overview
Koh Samui sits between Phuket and mainland pricing. Fisherman's Village (Bophut) most popular expat area. Strong wellness industry means yoga/wellness services widely available.
Budget living: $550-700/month. Mid-range: $1,000-1,500/month. Comfortable single: $1,500-2,500/month. Scooter essential.
Cost of Living
Monthly costs in Koh Samui in USD. Editorial estimates combined with Numbeo data.
Housing (monthly rent)
Studio
Budget$270
Mid-range$450
Upscale$700
1 Bedroom
Budget$350
Mid-range$550
Upscale$850
2 Bedroom
Budget$550
Mid-range$900
Upscale$1,400
Food
Monthly Groceries
Budget$170
Mid-range$280
Premium$450
Dining (per meal)
Street food$3
Casual restaurant$6
Nice restaurant$18
Upscale$55
Transportation
Public transit (monthly)$0
Uber/taxi (avg ride)$7
Fuel (monthly)$100
Parking (monthly)$30
Utilities
Electric (low)$60
Electric (average)$120
Electric (high)$200
Water$15
Gas$12
Internet$35
Lifestyle
Gym membership$55
Cleaning (weekly)$22
Coworking space$180
Healthcare
Doctor visit$40
Basic insurance (monthly)$100
Comprehensive insurance$300
Other
Phone plan$15
Subscriptions$30