Real Numbers, Real Budgets

Cost of Living Guides

Honest monthly budget breakdowns for expats and digital nomads β€” from frugal to comfortable, by city.

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Cost of Living Β· Thailand

Living in Chiang Mai on $1,000–$2,000/Month

Rent, food, coworking, transport and health insurance β€” broken down by neighbourhood and lifestyle.

From $800/month
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Cost of Living Β· Vietnam

Cost of Living in Vietnam: Saigon, Hanoi & Da Nang

One of Asia's most affordable destinations β€” full budget breakdown across Vietnam's top expat cities.

From $700/month
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Cost of Living Β· Mexico

Cost of Living in Mexico: CDMX, Oaxaca & Puerto Vallarta

Affordable Latin American living with great food, warm weather and proximity to the US.

From $1,200/month
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Cost of Living Β· Portugal

Cost of Living in Portugal: Lisbon, Porto & the Algarve

Affordable by Western European standards β€” full breakdown of rent, food, and transport costs.

From $1,800/month
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Cost of Living Β· Brazil

Cost of Living in Brazil: SΓ£o Paulo, Rio & FlorianΓ³polis

Surprisingly affordable for a large country β€” detailed budget breakdowns for Brazil's top expat cities.

From $1,000/month
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Cost of Living Β· Spain

Cost of Living in Spain: Barcelona, Madrid & Valencia

Europe's sunny option β€” Valencia offers the best value while Barcelona and Madrid have more to offer.

From $2,000/month
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Cost of Living Β· Germany

Cost of Living in Germany: Berlin, Munich & Beyond

More affordable than most Western Europeans think β€” especially outside Munich and Frankfurt.

From $2,200/month
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Cost of Living Β· Japan

Cost of Living in Japan: Tokyo, Osaka & Beyond

Japan is cheaper than its reputation suggests outside Tokyo β€” full expat budget breakdown.

From $1,800/month