Sweden vs Thailand
Sweden is about 63% pricier than Thailand overall, with a price level of 80.7 versus 30.2 (US = 100). The gap is widest in housing & utilities and narrowest in communication. On quality of life, Sweden scores higher (98 vs 86 of 100).
Metric Sweden Thailand
Price level (US=100) 80.7 30.2
GDP / capita (PPP) $71,845 $24,712
GNI / capita (PPP) $75,000 $23,960
Inflation (YoY) 2.8% 1.4%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Sweden Thailand
Housing & utilities 185 26
Food 138 85
Transport 186 68
Restaurants & hotels 176 42
Health 173 40
Communication 173 107
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Sweden Thailand
Quality-of-life score 98/100 86/100
Life expectancy 84 yrs 77 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 1.1 4.8
Internet users 96% 91%
Frequently asked
Is Sweden more expensive than Thailand?
Sweden is more expensive: about 63% pricier than Thailand overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in Thailand?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Sweden would cost roughly $37,500 in Thailand, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Sweden or Thailand?
Sweden scores higher, 98 vs 86 out of 100.
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