All 18 neighborhoods in Phuket ranked by cost of living index. Updated 2026.
| # | Neighborhood | 1BR Rent | Index | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Patong | $610/mo | 1.22x | +22% |
| 2 | Surin | $600/mo | 1.20x | +20% |
| 3 | Bang Tao | $590/mo | 1.18x | +18% |
| 4 | Kamala | $575/mo | 1.15x | +15% |
| 5 | Kata Noi | $575/mo | 1.15x | +15% |
| 6 | Kata | $560/mo | 1.12x | +12% |
| 7 | Mai Khao | $550/mo | 1.10x | +10% |
| 8 | Karon | $540/mo | 1.08x | +8% |
| 9 | Cherng Talay | $525/mo | 1.05x | +5% |
| 10 | Nai Harn | $525/mo | 1.05x | +5% |
| 11 | Rawai | $460/mo | 0.92x | -8% |
| 12 | Chalong | $440/mo | 0.88x | -12% |
| 13 | Koh Kaew | $440/mo | 0.88x | -12% |
| 14 | Phuket Town | $425/mo | 0.85x | -15% |
| 15 | Ao Po | $425/mo | 0.85x | -15% |
| 16 | Kathu | $410/mo | 0.82x | -18% |
| 17 | Wichit | $400/mo | 0.80x | -20% |
| 18 | Thalang | $390/mo | 0.78x | -22% |
Rent estimates based on city average of $500/mo adjusted by neighborhood cost index. Index 1.00 = city average.
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Patong is approximately 22% more expensive than the Phuket average. 1-bedroom rent is $610/mo vs $500/mo city-wide.
Our database covers 18 neighborhoods in Phuket, each with detailed cost-of-living and salary data.