- A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center can cost between 10,000 and 20,000 Baht (THB) per month, while a similar apartment in a less central location can cost between 5,000 and 15,000 THB per month.
- A 2-bedroom apartment in the city center can cost between 15,000 and 30,000 THB per month, while a similar apartment in a less central location can cost between 10,000 and 25,000 THB per month.
Utilities:
- Water: 200-400 THB per month
- Electricity: 500-1,000 THB per month
- Internet: 500-1,000 THB per month
- Cooking Gas: 200-400 THB per month
Transportation:
- Public transportation (bus or songthaew): 20-50 THB per trip
- Taxi: 100-200 THB per trip within the city
- Motorbike rental: 200-300 THB per day
- Car rental: 1,000-2,000 THB per day
Food:
- Street food: 50-100 THB per meal
- Local restaurant: 150-300 THB per meal
- Western restaurant: 300-600 THB per meal
- Groceries (for a week): 1,000-2,000 THB
Entertainment:
- Cinema ticket: 150-200 THB
- Beer at a bar: 100-150 THB
- Cocktail: 200-300 THB
Other Expenses:
- Laundry: 50-100 THB per wash
- Haircut: 200-300 THB
- Massage: 200-500 THB per hour
On average, a single person living in Phuket can comfortably live for around 25,000-35,000 THB per month (excluding rent). This budget includes basic living expenses such as rent, utilities, food, transportation, and some leisure activities. However, costs can vary depending on individual lifestyle and spending habits.