Skyline of Nonthaburi
Cost of Living: 48 1,200,000

Nonthaburi, Thailand

A densely populated suburb of Bangkok offering more affordable housing while maintaining easy access to the capital's jobs, entertainment, and international amenities.

Updated August 11, 2026
Cost of Living 48

Below Average vs Thailand Avg (100)

Housing Index 45

Affordable

Median Income ฿300,000

Household income

Unemployment 1.5%

Job market health

Nonthaburi vs Thailand Average

Cost of Living
Nonthaburi: 48
Thailand Avg: 100
Housing Index
Nonthaburi: 45
Thailand Avg: 100

Taxes

  • State Income Tax: None
  • Sales Tax: 7.0%

Economy & Jobs

  • Median Income: ฿300,000
  • Unemployment: 1.5%
  • Population: 1,200,000

Climate

  • Sunny Days: 255/year
  • Summer High: 95°F
  • Winter Low: 70°F
  • Farming Zone: USDA Zone 7b

Housing

  • Median Home: ฿3,000,000
  • 1BR Rent: ฿10000/mo

Cost of Living

Nonthaburi's cost of living index is 48 (Thailand average = 100).

CategoryNonthaburiNational AverageDifference
Overall48100-52.0%
Housing45100-55.0%

Data source: NSO Thailand / Numbeo, 2026

Housing Market

MetricValue
Median Home Price฿3,000,000
Median Rent (1BR)฿10000/mo
Median Rent (2BR)฿12,500/mo
Price per Sq Ft฿2,000

Data source: DDproperty / FazWaz, 2026

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Utilities

Estimated monthly utility costs for a typical household in Nonthaburi:

UtilityEstimated Monthly CostNotes
Electricity฿1500
Heating & CoolingN/AEstimated based on local climate.
Cooling (AC)฿96Estimated based on local climate and electricity rates
Water฿500Includes sewer
Internet (100+ Mbps)฿600Broadband average
Garbage / Trash฿100Private service
Total Utilities฿2796Monthly estimate (including heating & cooling)

Data sources: MEA, PEA, AIS, TrueMove 2025

Remote Work Score

Nonthaburi scores —/100 for remote work readiness:

Cost of Living
48
Rent
฿10000
Sunny Days
255
Tax
None
Unemployment
1.5%
Climate
95°F / 70°F
Safety
4.5 homicides/100k
Population
1,200,000
Internet Speed
200 Mbps

Climate

Nonthaburi has a varied climate with distinct seasons.

MonthAvg HighAvg LowRainfall
January90°F70°F2.5"
April80°F85°F2.8"
July95°F70°F1.5"
October75°F88°F2.2"
USDA Zone 7b

Mild — wide variety of vegetables, many fruit trees

Natural Hazards

Nonthaburi faces the following natural hazards:

Typhoon High Risk

Significant typhoon risk.

Flood High Risk

Monsoon floods and Chao Phraya basin flooding.

Heat Wave High Risk

Extreme summer heat.

Earthquake Moderate Risk

Moderate seismic activity with occasional earthquakes.

Tsunami Moderate Risk

Western coast with tsunami risk.

Based on historical records and geographic risk assessment.

Taxes

  • State Income Tax: 0% (None)
  • Sales Tax: 7%
  • Property Tax: ~0.2% of assessed value

Economy & Jobs

Major industries include technology, healthcare, education, and manufacturing. The unemployment rate is 1.5%.

Crime & Safety

Crime rates in Nonthaburi per 100,000 residents:

150.0
Violent Crime
300.0
Property Crime
4.5
Homicide

City-level crime data is not available for this location. The figure shown is the national average, which may differ significantly from actual conditions in this city.

Data source: UN Office on Drugs and Crime

Schools & Education

Total Schools

Academic Schedule

School Hours 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Academic Year May to March/April
Term System Semester — 1st (May-Oct), 2nd (Nov-Mar)
Summer Break March to May (6 weeks)
Winter Break October (3 weeks)
Spring Break Songkran (Thai New Year) in April (1 week)

School year starts in May. Long break in October between semesters.

Important Disclaimer: All data on this page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, tax, or real estate advice. URCity and Northshore Press are not financial advisors, tax professionals, or real estate agents. Always consult qualified professionals before making relocation or financial decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Nonthaburi, Thailand?

The cost of living index in Nonthaburi is 48, which is Lower the Thailand national average of 100.

How much does it cost to buy a home in Nonthaburi?

The median home price in Nonthaburi is ฿3,000,000. The housing index is 45.

What is the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment?

The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Nonthaburi is approximately ฿10000/mo.

Does Nonthaburi, Nonthaburi have income tax?

Nonthaburi is in Nonthaburi, which has no income tax.

What is the climate like in Nonthaburi?

Nonthaburi enjoys approximately 255 sunny days per year. Summer highs reach around 95°F, while winter lows can drop to around 70°F.

Data Sources

  • Cost of Living: NSO Thailand / Numbeo, 2026
  • Housing Data: DDproperty / FazWaz, 2026
  • Income & Employment: NSO Thailand Labour Force Survey, 2024
  • Utilities MEA, PEA, AIS, TrueMove 2025

Data last updated: August 12, 2026. Data may not reflect current market conditions. Always verify with local sources before making relocation decisions.