China vs Thailand
China is about 39% pricier than Thailand overall, with a price level of 49.8 versus 30.2 (US = 100). The gap is widest in housing & utilities and narrowest in transport. On quality of life, China scores higher (91 vs 86 of 100).
Metric China Thailand
Price level (US=100) 49.8 30.2
GDP / capita (PPP) $27,105 $24,712
GNI / capita (PPP) $26,920 $23,960
Inflation (YoY) 0.2% 1.4%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category China Thailand
Housing & utilities 69 26
Food 130 85
Transport 82 68
Restaurants & hotels 85 42
Health 64 40
Communication 86 107
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric China Thailand
Quality-of-life score 91/100 86/100
Life expectancy 78 yrs 77 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 0.5 4.8
Internet users 92% 91%
Frequently asked
Is China more expensive than Thailand?
China is more expensive: about 39% pricier than Thailand overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in Thailand?
Living the way $100,000 buys in China would cost roughly $60,500 in Thailand, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, China or Thailand?
China scores higher, 91 vs 86 out of 100.
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