Category,Item,Lean,Comfortable,Notes
Accommodation,Monthly rent,12000,35000,Varies by beach/property grade
Utilities,Electricity + water + Wi-Fi,2500,6000,Air-con is the main variable
Food,Local + Western mix,10000,22000,Per person per month
Transport,Scooter/taxi/songthaew,3000,8000,Car/taxi budget on high end
Connectivity,Mobile data + SIM,300,500,Unlimited plans
Fun / excursions,Markets + trips,4000,12000,Per month
Health,Travel insurance,2000,5000,Approximate monthly premium
Visa/fees,Extension / visa run,1500,3000,Depends on nationality
Total,,45300,88500,Per person monthly in THB
Total USD (approx),,,,"At ~34 THB/USD: ~$1,330–$2,600"