South Korea vs Thailand
South Korea is about 50% pricier than Thailand overall, with a price level of 60.3 versus 30.2 (US = 100). The gap is widest in housing & utilities and narrowest in communication. On quality of life, South Korea scores higher (98 vs 86 of 100).
Metric South Korea Thailand
Price level (US=100) 60.3 30.2
GDP / capita (PPP) $61,051 $24,712
GNI / capita (PPP) $61,930 $23,960
Inflation (YoY) 2.3% 1.4%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category South Korea Thailand
Housing & utilities 109 26
Food 204 85
Transport 114 68
Restaurants & hotels 142 42
Health 81 40
Communication 140 107
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric South Korea Thailand
Quality-of-life score 98/100 86/100
Life expectancy 84 yrs 77 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 0.5 4.8
Internet users 98% 91%
Frequently asked
Is South Korea more expensive than Thailand?
South Korea is more expensive: about 50% pricier than Thailand overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in Thailand?
Living the way $100,000 buys in South Korea would cost roughly $50,000 in Thailand, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, South Korea or Thailand?
South Korea scores higher, 98 vs 86 out of 100.
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