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Thailand · Asia · Population 116,417 · Asia/Bangkok

Pattaya in Thailand (Asia) offers an estimated monthly cost of ~$1376 incl. rent, a safety index of 54.9/100, an average annual temperature of 27.9°C for digital nomads and remote workers. This page compiles cost of living, safety, climate, internet speed, air quality and visa overview with per-item data sources and dates.

Monthly cost

$1376incl. rent · est. range

$1170 – $1651

Source: public statistical estimate (NYC=100 basis) linear fit + page snapshot, updated 2026-10-07

Safety index

54.9/100

Source: public statistical estimate · safety index

Climate (10-yr avg)

27.9°C avg/yr

1412mm · 3544h sunshine/yr

Source: Open-Meteo Historical（CC BY 4.0）2015–2024

Fixed broadband

210Mbps median down

Source: public statistical estimate (fixed broadband) (country-level)

Air quality

14.6µg/m³ PM2.5 · Fair

Source: Open-Meteo CAMS · WHO 2021 band (2022-08 ~ 2024-12)

Visa overview

Destination Thailand Visa, DTV (since 2024; up to 180 days per stay, renewable for a fee)

Source: Thailand snapshot (2026-10-03) · Disclaimer: visa policies change — always verify with official channels

FAQ

What is the cost of living in Pattaya?

Pattaya has an estimated monthly cost of ~$1376 including rent (range $1170–$1651), based on open-data statistical estimates and page snapshots.

Is Pattaya safe?

Pattaya scores 54.9/100 on the public statistical safety estimate (higher is safer).

How can Chinese passport holders enter Thailand?

Snapshot as of 2026-10-03: mainland Chinese passport holders are visaFree to Thailand. Verify with official immigration channels before travel.

How fast is the internet in Pattaya?

Median fixed broadband download is about 210 Mbps (public statistical estimate) at country level.

About Thailand

Thailand: GDP per capita ~$8,057 (World Bank), HDI 0.803, Global Peace Index rank #43 (IEP 2024). Open Thailand country page →

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