Cost of Living in Koh Phangan (2025) - Complete Expat Guide

Detailed breakdown of living costs in Koh Phangan for expats and digital nomads. Housing, food, transport, and lifestyle expenses with real local prices.

December 20258 min readKoh Phangan

Quick Facts

Cost Level: mid-range
Expat Friendly: 7/10
Digital Nomad Score: 8/10
Region: southern

Introduction

Koh Phangan offers a balanced lifestyle for expats living in Thailand. Located in Surat Thani, Koh Phangan, this southern Thai destination is known for full-moon, yoga, digital-nomads.

Monthly Living Costs in Koh Phangan

A single expat in Koh Phangan typically spends between ฿35,000-60,000 per month.

💰 Koh Phangan Budget Level

Koh Phangan is considered a mid-range cost destination in Thailand.

Housing and Rental Prices

Rental prices in Koh Phangan vary by location. A basic studio starts around ฿8,000 per month.

Food and Dining Costs

Thai street food in Koh Phangan costs ฿40-60 per meal. Local restaurants charge ฿80-150 for mains.

Transportation

Koh Phangan has moderate transportation options. Songthaews cost ฿20-40 per trip.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Koh Phangan expensive for expats?

Koh Phangan is moderately priced compared to other Thai cities.

What is a good monthly budget for Koh Phangan?

For a comfortable lifestyle in Koh Phangan, budget ฿40,000-70,000 per month as a single person.

Can you live in Koh Phangan on $1,000/month?

Yes, $1,000 (approximately ฿35,000) is doable in Koh Phangan.

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Last updated: December 2025

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