Prague vs Bangkok
Bangkok is approximately 30% more affordable.
Prague
8.2/10
VS
Bangkok
7.8/10
Cost of Living
| Expense | Prague | Bangkok |
|---|---|---|
| Rent (1BR) | $780 | $570 |
| Food | $240 | $170 |
| Transport | $24 | $57 |
| Total | $1300 | $1000 |
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| Factor | Prague | Bangkok |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 8.2/10 | 7.8/10 |
| Safety | 8.5/10 | 7/10 |
| Weather | 8°C | 28°C |
| Internet | 50-100 Mbps | 50-200 Mbps |
Prague Pros
- Very affordable vs Western Europe — rent 40-60% cheaper than Berlin or Amsterdam
- Central European location — weekend trips to Berlin (4hr), Vienna (4hr), Munich (5hr)
- Beautiful medieval and Art Nouveau architecture — one of Europe's best-preserved cities
- Large English-speaking expat community of 50,000+, especially in Vinohrady and Karlín
Bangkok Pros
- Incredibly affordable — live very well on $1,000/month, luxuriously on $2,000
- World's best street food — Michelin-starred street stalls, incredible variety for $1-3/meal
- Modern infrastructure — BTS/MRT, massive malls, 7-Elevens everywhere, fast internet
- Friendly Thai culture — the 'Land of Smiles' is genuinely welcoming to foreigners
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