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Cost of living in Udon Thani
Rent, everyday prices and the gross salary you may need to cover living costs in Udon Thani.
One person, a month
THB 20,263
Living costs excluding rent
Family of four, a month
THB 72,918
Living costs excluding rent
One-bedroom rent, centre
THB 6,195
A month
Gross salary, one person
THB 307,000
to cover living costs in Udon Thani
Udon Thani's cost of living at a glance
Udon Thani is the cheapest city in Thailand and among the less expensive cities in Asia. The estimated monthly costs for a single person in Udon Thani are THB 20,263, excluding rent. Living costs for a family of four are THB 72,918 a month, excluding rent.
A single person in Udon Thani may need a gross salary of at least THB 307,000 a year to cover estimated living costs, renting a one-bedroom apartment outside the centre and saving nothing.
One person's monthly costs
Numbeo household estimate in THB, with the rent of a one-bedroom apartment in the city centre
Source: Numbeo, 1 June 2026.
How Udon Thani compares
One person's monthly costs in Udon Thani, excluding rent, are 1.6% lower than in the typical city in Thailand and 33.1% lower than in the typical city worldwide.
Where Udon Thani ranks
In Thailand
10th of 10
One person's monthly costs including rent, most expensive first.
In Asia
208th of 407
Cities in Asia with a Numbeo estimate, most expensive first.
Worldwide
14th percentile
Costs the same as or more than 14% of 1,942 cities: one of the more affordable cities.
One-bedroom rent, centre
10th of 10
Cities in Thailand, most expensive first.
Monthly costs against the typical city
- Udon Thani
- Typical national city
- Typical city worldwide
Tap a line or a table row to read its three amounts.
| Monthly cost | Udon Thani | Typical national city | Typical city worldwide |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent | THB 6,195 | THB 16,817 −63.2% | THB 24,952 −75.2% |
| Groceries | THB 7,661 | THB 7,589 +0.9% | THB 9,441 −18.9% |
| Eating out | THB 2,345 | THB 2,510 −6.5% | THB 5,316 −55.9% |
| Transport | THB 361 | THB 786 −54.0% | THB 1,344 −73.1% |
| Utilities | THB 2,785 | THB 3,069 −9.3% | THB 5,869 −52.6% |
| Leisure | THB 2,891 | THB 2,272 +27.2% | THB 2,083 +38.8% |
| Total excluding rent | THB 20,263 | THB 20,594 −1.6% | THB 30,297 −33.1% |
| Total including rent | THB 26,457 | THB 37,994 −30.4% | THB 56,227 −52.9% |
Typical = the median of 10 cities in Thailand and 1,942 cities worldwide.
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Explore prices in Udon Thani
The average price for each item, and the range from the lowest to the highest price people have reported.
Renting in Udon Thani
Udon Thani is the cheapest city in Thailand for a one-bedroom apartment in the city centre. The next cheapest city in Thailand is Nakhon Ratchasima.
A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre typically costs THB 6,195 a month.
Outside the centre, a one-bedroom apartment typically costs THB 3,820 a month.
A one-bedroom apartment in the centre is around 62% more expensive to rent than one outside the centre.
| Item | Average price | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| 1-bed apartment in the city centre Monthly rent | THB 6,195 | THB 5,162– |
| 1-bed apartment outside the centre Monthly rent | THB 3,820 | THB 3,097– |
| 3-bed apartment in the city centre Monthly rent | THB 13,164 | THB 12,389– |
| 3-bed apartment outside the centre Monthly rent | THB 10,841 | THB 10,324– |
| Price per m² in the city centre | THB 40,265 | Not available |
| Price per m² outside the centre | THB 14,144 | Not available |
Cost of everyday items in Udon Thani
Groceries in Udon Thani are around 2% cheaper than the average for Thailand, while eating out is around 8% cheaper than the country average.
A litre of milk typically costs THB 76.29.
A 500g loaf of fresh white bread typically costs THB 42.01.
A pack of 20 cigarettes typically costs THB 147.
| Item | Average price | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| Milk, 1 litre | THB 76.29 | THB 49.40– |
| Fresh white bread, 500g | THB 42.01 | THB 25.88– |
| Eggs, 12 large | THB 54.11 | THB 42.01– |
| Local cheese, 1kg | THB 619 | THB 310– |
| Chicken fillets, 1kg | THB 86.37 | THB 61.84– |
| Beef round, 1kg | THB 396 | THB 206– |
| Apples, 1kg | THB 84.69 | THB 51.75– |
| Oranges, 1kg | THB 71.92 | THB 41.34– |
| Potatoes, 1kg | THB 51.42 | THB 10.42– |
| Lettuce, 1 head | THB 28.57 | THB 10.42– |
| White rice, 1kg | THB 42.01 | THB 20.50– |
| Tomatoes, 1kg | THB 55.79 | THB 30.92– |
| Bananas, 1kg | THB 32.93 | THB 20.50– |
| Onions, 1kg | THB 35.62 | THB 30.92– |
| Water, 1.5 litre bottle | THB 20.16 | THB 12.43– |
| Mid-range bottle of wine | THB 619 | THB 490– |
| Domestic beer, 0.5 litre bottle | THB 61.84 | THB 51.75– |
| Imported beer, 0.33 litre bottle | THB 72.25 | THB 46.38– |
| Cigarettes, 20 pack | THB 147 | THB 139– |
Eating out in Udon Thani
| Item | Average price | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | THB 82.67 | THB 46.38– |
| Three-course meal for two | THB 929 | THB 413– |
| Fast food combo meal | THB 329 | THB 206– |
| Domestic beer, 0.5 litre draught | THB 61.84 | THB 51.75– |
| Imported beer, 0.33 litre bottle | THB 82.67 | THB 82.67– |
| Soft drink, 0.33 litre bottle | THB 27.56 | THB 20.50– |
| Water, 0.33 litre bottle | THB 10.08 | THB 10.08– |
| Cappuccino | THB 51.75 | THB 46.38– |
Transport in Udon Thani
| Item | Average price | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| One-way public transport ticket | THB 20.50 | THB 20.50– |
| Monthly public transport pass | THB 361 | Not available |
| Gasoline, 1 litre | THB 38.98 | THB 36.29– |
| Taxi start | THB 36.29 | THB 36.29– |
| Taxi, per km | THB 50.07 | THB 38.31– |
| Taxi waiting, 1 hour | THB 346 | THB 310– |
| Volkswagen Golf, new | THB 1,452,905 | THB 722,710– |
| Toyota Corolla sedan, new | THB 1,108,069 | THB 923,004– |
Utilities in Udon Thani
| Item | Average price | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment Monthly | THB 2,125 | THB 1,549– |
| Broadband internet Monthly | THB 774 | THB 723– |
| Mobile phone plan Monthly | THB 503 | THB 440– |
How is Udon Thani for families?
A family of four with two adults and two children may need a gross household income of THB 1,092,000 a year in Udon Thani, excluding childcare costs.
Private preschool or kindergarten typically costs THB 6,883 a month.
A three-bedroom apartment in the city centre typically costs THB 13,164 a month.
Udon Thani scores 81/100 on Numbeo's safety index.
| Item | Average price | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| Family of four, excluding rent Monthly, Numbeo household estimate | THB 72,918 | Not applicable |
| Family of four, including rent Monthly, Numbeo household estimate | THB 86,082 | Not applicable |
| Private preschool or kindergarten Monthly | THB 6,883 | THB 5,162– |
| International primary school Annual | THB 361,355 | THB 351,030– |
Leisure and clothing in Udon Thani
| Item | Average price | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| Gym membership Monthly | THB 2,607 | THB 826– |
| Tennis court rental, 1 hour | THB 284 | THB 206– |
| Cinema ticket | THB 206 | THB 155– |
| Jeans | THB 1,807 | THB 774– |
| Summer dress from a chain store | THB 1,824 | THB 826– |
| Nike running shoes | THB 2,426 | THB 1,032– |
| Men's leather business shoes | THB 2,788 | THB 1,239– |
Source: Numbeo, 1 June 2026.
What salary do I need to live in Udon Thani?
By combining Numbeo's living-cost estimates with the tax rates in Thailand, we can estimate the gross salary you would need to live in Udon Thani. Use the calculator below to see how much you would need to live in Udon Thani, and where your money goes.
Recommended gross salary
THB 306,808
Needed to support 1 adult and no children in Udon Thani, living in a one-bedroom apartment outside the centre.
- Take-home pay
- THB 288,993
- Living costs
- THB 288,993
- Tax and contributions
- THB 17,815
Where your salary goes
- Living costsTHB 288,99394.2%
- Income tax and contributionsTHB 17,8155.8%
| Operator | Item | A year |
|---|---|---|
| Gross salary | THB 306,808 | |
| − | Income tax and contributions | THB 17,815 |
| = | Take-home pay | THB 288,993 |
| − | Rent | THB 45,840 |
| − | Groceries | THB 91,930 |
| − | Eating out | THB 28,144 |
| − | Transport | THB 4,335 |
| − | Utilities | THB 33,419 |
| − | Leisure | THB 34,689 |
| − | Other estimated costs | THB 50,635 |
| = | Left over: savings target | THB 0 |
THB 306,808 gross salary modelled as one employment income gives a 5.8% effective tax rate and THB 17,815 estimated deductions a year. Use our salary tax calculator for a more detailed estimate.
What the estimate includes
- Rent for your housing choice and Numbeo's household living costs for your household size
- National income tax for 2026
- Employee social contributions
What it doesn't include
- Regional, state or local income tax
- Joint filing, partner income and household allowances
- Age, pension, expat-regime or special-residency rules
- Bonuses, benefits and other income
- Child care or school unless you choose it
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How each cost is worked out
Rent. The selected one-bedroom apartment outside the centre in Udon Thani costs an estimated THB 3,820 per month. THB 3,820 per month × 12 months = THB 45,840 a year.
Groceries. Numbeo estimates a household of one person in Udon Thani spends an estimated THB 7,661 on groceries per month. THB 7,661 per month × 12 months = THB 91,930 a year.
Eating out. Numbeo estimates a household of one person in Udon Thani spends an estimated THB 2,345 on eating out per month. THB 2,345 per month × 12 months = THB 28,144 a year.
Transport. Numbeo estimates a household of one person in Udon Thani spends an estimated THB 361 on transport per month. THB 361 per month × 12 months = THB 4,335 a year.
Utilities. Numbeo estimates a household of one person in Udon Thani spends an estimated THB 2,785 on utilities per month. THB 2,785 per month × 12 months = THB 33,419 a year.
Leisure. Numbeo estimates a household of one person in Udon Thani spends an estimated THB 2,891 on leisure per month. THB 2,891 per month × 12 months = THB 34,689 a year.
Other estimated costs. Numbeo's household estimate for miscellaneous costs: this may include things like clothing, shoes and entertainment costs. THB 4,220 per month × 12 months = THB 50,635 a year.
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Tax estimate assumptions
Tax year 2026. One resident employee and one employment income are assumed. Rates stable since 2013. Does not apply the employment income deduction (50% of income, max THB 100,000) or personal allowance (THB 60,000). Social security cap increased to THB 17,500/month from January 2026 (max contribution THB 875/month). Social security contributions are deductible from taxable income.
Important
This calculator gives an estimate of the income needed to cover living costs. It is not tax, legal or financial advice. It uses Numbeo prices as of 1 June 2026, Thailand's tax rules for 2026 and Wise exchange rates of 21 October 2026, and models one employment income. Check your figures with the salary tax calculator or the official rules in PwC Worldwide Tax Summaries / Thai Revenue Department.
Figures for 1 adult, outside the centre, no savings target.
Cost of living in Udon Thani: common questions
Is Udon Thani expensive to live in?
Udon Thani is the cheapest city in Thailand and among the less expensive cities in Asia.
A single person spends about THB 20,263 a month excluding rent, against THB 20,594 in the typical city in Thailand (the median of 10 cities, Numbeo, as of 1 June 2026).
Worldwide, Udon Thani costs the same as or more than 14% of the 1,942 cities with a Numbeo household estimate, which makes it one of the more affordable cities.
What salary do you need to live in Udon Thani?
A single person may need a gross salary of at least THB 307,000 a year to cover estimated living costs in Udon Thani, renting a one-bedroom apartment outside the centre and saving nothing.
This is an estimate from Numbeo prices as of 1 June 2026 and Thailand's tax rules for 2026. Use the salary calculator to add your household, housing and a savings target.
How much is rent in Udon Thani?
A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre typically costs THB 6,195 a month, and THB 3,820 outside the centre, according to Numbeo averages as of 1 June 2026.
A three-bedroom apartment costs about THB 13,164 a month in the centre and THB 10,841 outside it.
Udon Thani is the cheapest city in Thailand for a one-bedroom apartment in the city centre.
How much does a family spend in Udon Thani?
A family of four spends about THB 72,918 a month on living costs excluding rent, or THB 86,082 including rent, according to Numbeo's household estimate as of 1 June 2026.
With two adults earning and a three-bedroom home outside the centre, the household may need a gross income of THB 1,092,000 a year, excluding childcare costs.
Private preschool or kindergarten typically costs THB 6,883 a month per child.
How does Udon Thani compare with Thailand's other cities?
Udon Thani ranks 10th of 10 cities in Thailand for one person's monthly costs including rent, where 1st is the most expensive.
Excluding rent, one person's costs are 1.6% less than in the typical city in Thailand.
Where this data comes from
- Living costs and prices
- Numbeo, snapshot of 1 June 2026
- Exchange rates
- Wise mid-market rates, 21 October 2026
- Tax rules
- Expatica salary tax calculator, Thailand 2026
- Locations and population
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 1 October 2026
- Regions for continent ranks
- UN M49 regions
Important
All amounts are indicative estimates, not quotes or financial advice. Numbeo's prices are reported by users, so coverage and recency vary by city: check rents and prices locally before you commit to a move.
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How living costs and salaries are calculated
- Your household size (adults and children, one to six people) picks Numbeo's household estimate for groceries, eating out, transport, utilities, leisure and rent.
- Rent is replaced by the price of a one-bedroom apartment (one or two people) or a three-bedroom apartment (three or more), in or outside the centre. A flatshare, for one adult without children, is a third of a three-bedroom home.
- "Other estimated costs" is Numbeo's household total less the named categories, not a separately reported price. Where a total is below its own categories, we use the categories, and a larger household's costs other than rent are never lower than a smaller household's.
- Child care and school are optional: preschool uses the city's monthly price for each child, international primary school its annual fee spread over 12 months. Children's ages, eligibility and public provision are not modelled.
- The salary is the gross income that leaves these costs, plus your savings target, after tax under Expatica's rules for Thailand (2026). One adult has one employment income; two adults are two earners splitting it evenly, with no joint filing or household allowances. What the tax model covers is listed with the result.
- Numbeo's figures are in US dollars, converted with one set of Wise mid-market rates. Without them, amounts stay in US dollars and no salary is estimated.
How cities are compared and matched
- A typical city is the median of one person's monthly costs across the 10 cities in Thailand in this guide and across the 1,942 cities worldwide with a Numbeo household estimate. Each row is its own median, so the rows do not add up.
- Ranks put the most expensive city first, and equal estimates share a rank. The worldwide percentile is the share of those 1,942 cities whose one-person monthly total, rent included, is the same or lower than Udon Thani's.
- Nearby cities are places in this guide, possibly across a border, by straight-line distance between GeoNames location points.
- Comparable cities are in the same GeoNames population band (under 100,000, 100,000–499,999, 500,000–999,999, or 1 million and above; a neighbouring band, labelled, when a band has too few countries), one per country, outside Thailand and not already listed as nearby. Population years and boundaries vary, so the bands are rough size guides.
- The match score compares a single person's costs excluding rent and the rent of a central one-bedroom apartment. For each, we divide the lower city's price by the higher; the score is the square root of the two ratios multiplied together, × 100. If both prices are 80% of the other city's, the match is 80%; if both are twice as high, 50%. It measures how close the costs are, not which city is cheaper or how alike they are to live in.