China vs Thailand: Which Is Cheaper?

China — Shanghai
China
Thailand — Bangkok
Thailand
Quick answer: China is cheaper than Thailand for everyday living — about $1,001 versus $1,036 a month, roughly 3% less. On other factors, China is safer and Thailand has faster internet.

China is the cheaper country overall — about 3% less than Thailand, or roughly $1,001 versus $1,036 a month for a single person (population-weighted across 8 and 7 cities). A city-centre one-bedroom averages $664 in China against $679 in Thailand. China rates higher on safety (59 vs 58/100). Internet is faster in Thailand (265 vs 211 Mbps). Healthcare scores 78 vs 68/100, favouring Thailand.

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