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Chiang Mai

Photo of Chiang Mai, Thailand

Image by Kirandeep Singh Walia via pexels

3
Nomad IndexTM
Rank #3
Cost
Affordable
Internet
Excellent
Safety
Caution
Community
Exceptional

Work

Internet speed

Upload speed255 Mbps
Download speed311 Mbps
Excellent for 4K streaming & large uploads
Reliable Power Grid?
Yes

Source: Ookla Speedtest Global Index · World Bank (power grid reliability) · Last updated April 2026

Workspaces

Punspace Wiang Kaew
Coworking

Punspace Wiang Kaew

10 Wiang Kaew Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

Wi-Fi
Lounge Area
Air Conditioning
Kitchen
Free Drinking Water
Starwork
Coworking

Starwork

87/9 Tunghotel Rd, Tambon Wat Ket, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50000, Thailand

Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Outdoor Terrace
Parking
Café
Alt_ChiangMai
Coworking

Alt_ChiangMai

129/1 Intrawarorot Road, Chiang Mai

Wi-Fi
Lounge Area
Air Conditioning
Kitchen
Heating
Regus - Chiang Mai, Icon Park
Coworking

Regus - Chiang Mai, Icon Park

310 Manee Nopparat Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

Wi-Fi
Punspace Tha Phae Gate
Coworking

Punspace Tha Phae Gate

7 Rachadamnoen Rd Soi 4, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

Wi-Fi
Lounge Area
Air Conditioning
Free Drinking Water
Free Coffee
Hub53 Coworking and Coliving Space
Coworking

Hub53 Coworking and Coliving Space

53 Chonprathan Road, Chiang Mai

Wi-Fi
Lounge Area
Air Conditioning
Kitchen
Free Drinking Water

Timezone Compatibility

UTC +7 (Bangkok)
Great for
AustraliaJapanSingaporeIndiaMiddle EastEurope
Okay for
UK
Check for your country

Source: Open-Meteo · Last updated April 2026

Cost of Living

$1,231/month
$694
$92
$237
$208

*International flights and trip insurance not included.

Source: Numbeo · World Bank income level classification · Last updated April 2026

Where to stay

Best Areas

Nimmanhaemin (Nimman)SantithamSuthep (near Chiang Mai University)Chang Phueak (Chang Puak)Wat Ket (Riverside)

Coliving spaces

Alt_PingRiver Coworking & Coliving space
Coliving

Alt_PingRiver Coworking & Coliving space

3 Soi, 1 Chiang Mai-Lamphun, Chiang Mai, 50000

Air Conditioning
Bikes
Breakfast Chargeable
Download Speed: Unknown Mbps
Upload Speed: Unknown Mbps
Alt_ChiangMai - coliving & coworking space
Coliving

Alt_ChiangMai - coliving & coworking space

2 Samlarn Rd, Tambon Phra Sing, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50280, Thailand

Air Conditioning
BBQ
Balcony
Download Speed: 199 Mbps
Upload Speed: 150 Mbps
Serviced Apt in The Social Club Coworking Space
Coliving

Serviced Apt in The Social Club Coworking Space

Arak Rd Lane 3, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

Air Conditioning
BBQ
Balcony
Download Speed: 599 Mbps
Upload Speed: 200 Mbps

Climate

Average Days Per Year Without Rain255
Climate TypeTropical Monsoon

Warm all year with a short rainy season.

Average Daily Temperature

24°
20°
J
25°
20°
F
28°
21°
M
31°
23°
A
32°
25°
M
34°
26°
J
33°
25°
J
34°
26°
A
31°
25°
S
28°
24°
O
27°
23°
N
23°
21°
D
Max Temp
Min Temp
Peak SeasonFeb – May

Most popular · Higher prices

Shoulder SeasonJan, Jun – Aug

Moderate crowds · Fewer tourists

Off SeasonSep – Dec

Less popular · Lower prices

Source: WeatherAPI.com · Last updated April 2026

Getting Around

Walkability

Good

Public Transport

Basic

Best Way to Move Around

Scooter

Safety

Street Safety

Crime LevelModerate42 / 100
Safety at NightHigh61 / 100
Safety During DayVery High83 / 100
Mugging or robbery risk
Low37 / 100
Violent crime risk
Low33 / 100
Theft and vandalism risk
Moderate45 / 100
Corruption
Moderate49 / 100

Source: Numbeo · Updated monthly · Last update: April 2026

Active Alerts

Travel Advisory
Exercise Normal Precautions

Level 1

Updated Mar 2, 2026Read full US State Dept advisory

Source: US State Dept · Refreshed daily

Natural Disaster Alerts
1 active

Separate from travel advisory: active hazard events from global monitoring.

Flood — Mekong Delta

Feb 18, 2026

elevated

Source: GDACS · Refreshed daily

Health Alerts
1 active

Recent disease outbreak notices from WHO and CDC.

Outbreak alert: Dengue outbreak watch

1 month ago

Source: WHO Disease Outbreak News · CDC Travelers' Health · Refreshed daily

Taxes

Tax overview · Thailand

Personal income tax5% – 35%
Corporate income tax20%
Capital gains tax
—
VAT / Sales tax
10%

Source: Wikipedia · Last updated April 2026

Communities

Reviews

Review Summary

5
4
3
2
1
4.8
3 ratings
XVR
XVR·7mo ago
5.0
Jason
Jason·10mo ago
4.8
Luca Mussari
Luca Mussari·1y ago
4.8
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