Cost of Living 2026

Apartment Rent Price in Thailand (2026)

Apartment Rent costs about ฿16974 per 1BR city center ($510.74 / Rp9019899.38 IDR) in Thailand in 2026, about 28% below the Rp12490787.25 IDR world average. It is the #47 most expensive of 85 countries tracked by imhere (cheapest: Pakistan, priciest: Singapore). Data updated 8 Aug 2026.

Thailand vs the world

CountryPriceNotes
Thailand฿16974 per 1BR city center$510.74 / Rp9019899.38 IDR
World averageRp12490787.25 IDR
World medianRp10232207.07 IDR
Cheapest: PakistanRp1992117.36 IDRrank #85 of 85
Most expensive: SingaporeRp45434934.19 IDRrank #1 of 85

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Thailand?
A 1-bedroom apartment costs about ฿16974 per 1BR city center (Rp9019899.38 IDR) in Thailand in 2026.
Is a 1-bedroom apartment expensive in Thailand?
It is the #47 most expensive of the 85 countries tracked by imhere, about 28% below the Rp12490787.25 IDR world average.
How much is that in US dollars?
A 1-bedroom apartment in Thailand is about $510.74 per 1BR city center / Rp9019899.38 IDR.
Which country has the cheapest apartment rent?
The cheapest in this comparison is Pakistan at about Rp1992117.36 IDR.
Which country has the most expensive apartment rent?
The most expensive is Singapore at about Rp45434934.19 IDR.
How does the cost of living in Thailand compare?
The world average for a 1-bedroom apartment is about Rp12490787.25 IDR and the median is Rp10232207.07 IDR - a quick way to judge local living costs before you travel.
How do I find my hotel in Thailand old-town alleys?
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