Nomad score
5.1 / 10
8 key factors
Cost of living
$488
per month, nomad profile
Internet speed
No data
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Weather today
32° / 24°
high / low, °CAbout Thakhek
Thakhek, Laos 🇱🇦 is a laid-back Mekong town great for nomads who want low costs and a slower pace. It has a charming riverside feel, easy access to cafes and guesthouses, and nearby adventure spots like the Thakhek Loop 🚴♂️. Internet can be patchy, so it’s best for flexible remote workers rather than heavy tech demands.
Through the year
Best in January (76) · now 67
J 76
F 74
M 74
A 67
M 63
J 63
J 61
A 64
S 61
O 67
N 76
D 76
Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm
Key scores
Quick costs
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Beer | $0.55 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $1.14 per meal |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $136.74 per month |
| Coworking Space | $22.79 per month |
| Coffee | $0.46 per cup |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $13.67 per month |
| Mobile Plan | $4.56 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $22.79 per month |
Other cities in Laos
| # | City | Cost / mo | Score | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luang Prabang | $1,713 | 6.0 | Compare |
| 2 | Vientiane | $1,740 | 5.7 | Compare |
| 3 | Vang Vieng | $1,361 | 5.7 | Compare |
| 4 | Pakse | $1,671 | 5.3 | Compare |
Nearby destinations
| # | City | Country | Cost / mo | Score | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Udon Thani |  TH
Thailand |
$1,207 | 6.3 | Compare |
| 2 | Dong Hoi |  VN
Vietnam |
$1,136 | 5.9 | Compare |
| 3 | Phong Nha | VN
Vietnam |
$1,259 | 5.8 | Compare |
| 4 | Savannakhet |  LA
Laos |
$1,112 | 5.2 | Compare |