Living in Phuket, Thailand
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ExpatsEverywhere talks to Ellie about being an expat in Phuket, Thailand. She talks about safety, how much money you can make, car vs moto, going out, what to do for fun, travel, and much more. Ellie also has her own YouTube channel so be sure to check out her content.
Thailand is a sprawling country with over 68 million people spread across 76 provinces. It's a great place for expats to land due to low cost of living, great weather, and some comforts from the West.
Thailand is flanked by Myanmar, Laos, and Cambodia. It's also a short flight from Vietnam too. Bangkok, Thailand's capital, is a great hub for traveling Southeast Asia on a budget. Additionally, it is a great airport for international locations in further flung places.
Phuket's international airport is improving rapidly. There are more and more flights being offered to interesting places in the region. This makes Phuket an even more desirable place for expats to post up.
Ellie
The tourism industry is a major employer of expats and locals. There are over 60,000 hotel rooms in Phuket and the province gets over 10 million visitors annually.
According to Numbeo, Phuket ranks 268th out of 451 cities when it comes to cost of living. An inexpensive meal can set you back $3 USD, whereas a mid-range meal for two would cost around $16 USD. Average monthly net salary is under $725! This makes Phuket attractive to digital nomads, business people, and teachers alike.
