Cost of Living in Saraburi - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $612 (excluding rent), and $770 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,267 (excluding rent), and $2,118 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$3.13 ฿99.2

$1.56 ฿49.61

$6.26 ฿198

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$27.78 ฿881

$18.52 ฿588

$37.05 ฿1,175

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$6.97 ฿221

$6.18 ฿196

$7.76 ฿246

Cappuccino

$2.38 ฿75.4

$1.90 ฿60.4

$2.85 ฿90.4

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.72 ฿22.77

$0.51 ฿16.27

$1.26 ฿40.01

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.27 ฿8.62

$0.23 ฿7.29

$0.32 ฿10.28

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.97 ฿62.5

$1.15 ฿36.57

$1.97 ฿62.5

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.21 ฿102

$1.84 ฿58.3

$4.59 ฿146

Milk (1 liter)

$1.51 ฿47.89

White Bread (500g)

$1.16 ฿36.79

$0.89 ฿28.08

$1.44 ฿45.83

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.28 ฿40.49

$0.79 ฿25.11

$2.43 ฿77.2

Eggs

$2.15 ฿68.1

$1.46 ฿46.23

$2.55 ฿80.9

Local Cheese (1kg)

$18.70 ฿593

$9.37 ฿297

$37.48 ฿1,189

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$2.95 ฿93.7

$1.80 ฿57.2

$5.40 ฿171

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$10.69 ฿339

$4.57 ฿145

$18.28 ฿580

Apples (1kg)

$5.12 ฿162

$2.09 ฿66.2

$8.16 ฿259

Banana (1kg)

$1.83 ฿58.0

$1.56 ฿49.63

$2.09 ฿66.4

Oranges (1kg)

$1.98 ฿62.8

$1.03 ฿32.54

$2.99 ฿94.7

Tomato (1kg)

$1.55 ฿49.14

$0.91 ฿28.98

$2.75 ฿87.3

Potato (1kg)

$1.46 ฿46.30

$0.90 ฿28.40

$2.10 ฿66.7

Onion (1kg)

$1.21 ฿38.23

$0.90 ฿28.59

$2.35 ฿74.6

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.02 ฿32.26

$0.63 ฿20.00

$1.25 ฿39.68

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.51 ฿16.18

$0.32 ฿10.03

$0.94 ฿29.77

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$4.43 ฿140

$2.97 ฿94.1

$4.99 ฿158

Wine (Bottle)

$22.09 ฿701

$18.94 ฿601

$25.24 ฿801

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.75 ฿55.5

$1.36 ฿42.99

$2.35 ฿74.7

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.69 ฿85.4

$1.52 ฿48.20

$4.56 ฿145

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.95 ฿30.17

$0.40 ฿12.79

$1.27 ฿40.33

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$1.07 ฿33.93

$2.14 ฿67.9

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$1.19 ฿37.82

$0.65 ฿20.69

$1.79 ฿56.9

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$5.98 ฿190

$4.93 ฿156

$11.95 ฿379

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.24 ฿39.46

$1.07 ฿33.82

$1.40 ฿44.47

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$27.3K ฿867.0K

$21.3K ฿674.3K

$47.8K ฿1.5M

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$27.7K ฿879.8K

$27.3K ฿867.1K

$31.1K ฿985.9K

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$75.4 ฿2,390

$51.8 ฿1,642

$158 ฿4,999

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$13.76 ฿437

$6.20 ฿197

$21.69 ฿688

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$17.25 ฿547

$12.31 ฿390

$22.21 ฿704

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$49.46 ฿1,569

$29.37 ฿931

$61.8 ฿1,961

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$12.30 ฿390

$4.03 ฿128

$12.30 ฿390

Cinema Ticket

$6.92 ฿219

$4.51 ฿143

$9.03 ฿286

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$300 ฿9,505

$247 ฿7,843

$798 ฿25.3K

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$6,805 ฿215.9K

$6,049 ฿191.9K

$7,561 ฿239.8K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$33.52 ฿1,063

$21.52 ฿683

$92.2 ฿2,926

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$34.26 ฿1,087

$15.19 ฿482

$60.8 ฿1,928

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$99.0 ฿3,140

$61.5 ฿1,949

$154 ฿4,873

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$71.9 ฿2,281

$37.51 ฿1,190

$109 ฿3,471

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$422 ฿13.4K

$307 ฿9,745

$507 ฿16.1K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$132 ฿4,194

$109 ฿3,454

$156 ฿4,934

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$827 ฿26.2K

$627 ฿19.9K

$1,227 ฿38.9K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$643 ฿20.4K

$362 ฿11.5K

$755 ฿23.9K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$1,905 ฿60.4K

$1,088 ฿34.5K

$2,126 ฿67.4K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,332 ฿42.3K

$885 ฿28.1K

$1,370 ฿43.5K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$466 ฿14.8K

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

5.45

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: March 3, 2026

Saraburi Median Internet Speeds (Updated December 2025)

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Cost of Living in Saraburi - Frequently Asked Questions

Saraburi blends steady prices with practical conveniences, often feeling more approachable than bigger cities for extended stays. The Cost of Living in Saraburi varies by district, but you’ll generally find affordable rents outside the town center, reasonable groceries from local markets, and low-cost street eats that don’t compromise flavor. Utilities and internet can be predictable with seasonal fluctuations. The city offers modern conveniences alongside quieter neighborhoods, making it suitable for digital nomads who want a base in central Thailand without the Bangkok price tag. Tip: Compare neighborhoods to balance commute, access to services, and community vibe.

For budgeting, Saraburi living cost tends to be moderate, especially if you prioritize local options. Housing search tends to favor newer apartment blocks a short ride from town centers or traditional guesthouses in quieter streets. Food comes from markets and casual eateries that deliver good value. Transport is flexible: scooter rentals, local buses, or rideshares cover most trips, while coworking spaces in town centers provide reliable work hubs. Errands are practical with banks, clinics, and shops clustered in walkable areas. Tip: Start with a short-term rental to gauge neighborhoods and commute before committing.

Quality of life here comes from balancing pace, access, and personal routines. Use a simple budgeting framework: cover housing, utilities, groceries, transport, and a monthly fun/fitness buffer; adjust as you observe patterns over a few weeks. Save by cooking at home, shopping at markets, and choosing longer leases that reduce monthly rent or by sharing housing. Seasonality affects crowds at temples and markets; plan around busy periods if you prefer quieter days. Neighborhood fit matters: walkable centers with parks, cafes, and reliable transit tend to support consistency for work and social life. Tip: test three areas for walkability, noise, and access to essential services before signing.