Living On $1750 Per Month In Thailand
Living on $1,750 a Month in Thailand
In this video, the speaker discusses the cost of living in Bangkok and compares it to the cost of living in his hometown. He breaks down his monthly expenses and provides insights into how far $1,750 can go in Thailand.
Cost of Living Comparison
- The United States is expensive compared to other parts of the world.
- It costs $1,750 a month to live comfortably in Bangkok.
- Many people retire overseas because it's cheaper than living in their home country.
Monthly Expenses Breakdown
- Adam breaks down his typical monthly expenses line by line.
- Food: $100
- Breakfast: $3
- Coffee: $1.38
- Lunch: $2
- Rent: $500
- Utilities: $50
- Transportation: $50
- Entertainment: $200
Cost of Living Comparison with Canada
- Canada is cheaper than the United States but not as cheap as Thailand.
- Healthcare is free but paid for through higher taxes.
- It's not possible to live this type of lifestyle in Canada due to higher costs.
Overall, this video provides valuable insights into the cost of living in Bangkok and how far money can go there compared to other parts of the world. The breakdown of monthly expenses helps viewers understand where their money would be going if they were to move there.
Cost of Living in Bangkok
The speaker discusses the cost of living in Bangkok compared to the United States and Canada.
Food Prices
- The speaker compares the prices of fast food in Bangkok to those in the United States.
- The speaker talks about how much cheaper it is to buy everyday items like coconut water, gum, toothbrushes, toothpaste, and mouthwash at 7-Elevens in Bangkok than in the United States.
- The speaker mentions that a wild night out with friends can cost up to 3,500 Baht (around $100 USD), while $100 USD can go a long way for a night out in the United States.
Date Nights
- The speaker talks about classic date nights such as going to movies or Korean barbecue dinner and how expensive they are compared to local food.
- The speaker mentions that if someone from Bangkok were to travel to the United States or Canada, they would experience sticker shock due to higher prices.
Rent and Utilities
The speaker discusses rent and utilities costs for condos in Bangkok.
Condo Costs
- The speaker compares condo costs between Las Vegas and Bangkok. A studio apartment costs around $2,500 USD per month minimum for 400 square feet while a small one-bedroom apartment costs around $552 USD per month for 376 square feet.
- Although smaller than expected at only 35 square meters (376 square feet), the quality of condos is great with good amenities such as rooftop pools and gyms.
Transportation
The speaker discusses transportation options available in Bangkok.
BTS
- The speaker mainly uses the BTS (Bangkok Mass Transit System) to get around, which is only five minutes from their location.
Traveling on a Budget
In this section, the speaker talks about traveling on a budget and how it is possible to find affordable hotel rooms.
Traveling on a Budget
- The speaker prefers to travel in a car with good air conditioning and not sweat.
- He has not traveled outside of the United States much, but he would love to see more places.
- Hotel rooms can be found for as low as 700 bought per night, even at popular destinations like Bangkok.
- Canadians have an advantage when it comes to taxes because they are only taxed based on where they live, unlike Americans who are taxed no matter where they work from.
- Living in Toronto on a Bangkok budget of 1750 US dollars per month would not be nearly as fun as living in Bangkok itself.
Cost of Living Comparison
In this section, the speaker compares the cost of living between different countries and shares his thoughts on how much money he could spend in Toronto versus Bangkok.
Cost of Living Comparison
- The speaker believes that he could easily spend four or five thousand dollars per month in Toronto and still enjoy life there because it is less expensive than living in the United States.
- It is interesting to put into perspective just how much people spend each year compared to the cost of living almost anywhere else in the world.
- The video ends with a call-to-action for viewers to leave comments below and subscribe to the channel.