Switzerland vs Thailand
Switzerland is about 72% pricier than Thailand overall, with a price level of 109.4 versus 30.2 (US = 100). The gap is widest in housing & utilities and narrowest in communication. On quality of life, Switzerland scores higher (97 vs 86 of 100).
Metric Switzerland Thailand
Price level (US=100) 109.4 30.2
GDP / capita (PPP) $96,498 $24,712
GNI / capita (PPP) $91,110 $23,960
Inflation (YoY) 1.1% 1.4%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Switzerland Thailand
Housing & utilities 287 26
Food 193 85
Transport 170 68
Restaurants & hotels 228 42
Health 225 40
Communication 189 107
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Switzerland Thailand
Quality-of-life score 97/100 86/100
Life expectancy 84 yrs 77 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 0.6 4.8
Internet users 97% 91%
Frequently asked
Is Switzerland more expensive than Thailand?
Switzerland is more expensive: about 72% pricier than Thailand overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in Thailand?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Switzerland would cost roughly $27,500 in Thailand, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Switzerland or Thailand?
Switzerland scores higher, 97 vs 86 out of 100.
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