At a glance
 LA
Vang Vieng
|
 TH
Udon Thani
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|---|---|---|
| Country | Laos | Thailand |
| Nomad score | 5.7 / 10 | 6.3 / 10 |
| Cost of living | $1,361 / mo | $1,207 / mo |
| Internet speed | Data unavailable | Data unavailable |
| Weather now | 32° / 23°C | 32° / 24°C |
| Air quality (AQI) | 28 Good | 52 Moderate |
| Community votes | 0 0 | 0 0 |
Climate averages
Yearly averages of monthly climate data
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|
|---|---|---|
| Average high | 30.2°C | 31°C |
| Average low | 20.9°C | 22.1°C |
| Precipitation | 268 mm / mo | 153 mm / mo |
| Sunshine | 283 h / mo | 289 h / mo |
| Humidity | 81% | 72% |
| Rain days | 16.2 / mo | 13.2 / mo |
| Wind speed | 8 km/h | 13 km/h |
LA
Vang Vieng · average high by month
J 27
F 29
M 32
A 33
M 32
J 31
J 30
A 30
S 30
O 31
N 30
D 28
TH
Udon Thani · average high by month
J 28
F 30
M 33
A 35
M 33
J 32
J 31
A 31
S 30
O 30
N 30
D 28
Air quality
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|---|---|---|
| US AQI | 28 | 52 |
| PM2.5 | 4.9 µg/m³ | 10.7 µg/m³ |
| PM10 | 4.9 µg/m³ | 10.9 µg/m³ |
| Ozone | 36 µg/m³ | 132 µg/m³ |
| UV index | 0 | 4.5 |
Business & Economy
Scores out of 10
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|---|---|---|
| Blockchain & Crypto Adoption | 1.9 | 4.3 |
| Local Payment Services | 3.4 | 6.6 |
| Startup Scene | 2.0 | 3.1 |
Climate & Environment
Scores out of 10
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | 5.6 | 7.5 |
| Green Spaces | 8.0 | 5.6 |
| Natural Disaster Risk | 5.3 | 6.2 |
| Noise Pollution | 5.6 | 5.2 |
| Seasonal Variety | 3.9 | 3.5 |
| Weather | 5.0 | 4.3 |
Connectivity
Scores out of 10
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Network Coverage | 7.2 | 8.4 |
| Power Grid Reliability | 5.5 | 7.7 |
| Public WiFi Availability | 4.1 | 4.9 |
| VPN Reliability | 6.5 | 7.9 |
Cost & Affordability
Scores out of 10
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|
|---|---|---|
| Accommodation Cost | 8.2 | 8.1 |
| Cost of Living | 8.1 | 8.2 |
| Currency Stability | 4.4 | 7.4 |
| Entertainment Cost | 7.7 | 7.4 |
| Food & Groceries | 8.0 | 8.4 |
| Gym Membership Cost | 6.8 | 7.3 |
| Transportation Cost | 7.6 | 7.9 |
Culture & Entertainment
Scores out of 10
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|---|---|---|
| Culture | 5.6 | 6.6 |
| Indoors Fun | 3.4 | 4.8 |
| Language Learning Opportunities | 3.3 | 5.4 |
| Local Experiences & Tours | 7.7 | 6.3 |
| Nightlife | 6.7 | 5.2 |
| Outdoors & Nature | 9.2 | 5.3 |
Digital Nomad Community
Scores out of 10
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|---|---|---|
| Nomad Events & Meetups | 2.7 | 3.2 |
| Nomad Friendly | 5.4 | 5.7 |
| Online Community Presence | 3.2 | 3.3 |
Digital Nomad Essentials
Scores out of 10
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|---|---|---|
| Cafes with WiFi | 5.8 | 6.8 |
| Coworking Spaces Availability | 3.4 | 4.5 |
| Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Digital Nomad Popularity | 4.2 | 3.2 |
| Internet Speed | 6.5 | 7.6 |
| Local SIM Card Availability | 7.4 | 8.3 |
Food & Fitness
Scores out of 10
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|---|---|---|
| Fitness Facilities | 4.4 | 5.9 |
| Food Scene | 6.0 | 7.3 |
| Healthy Food Options | 5.6 | 5.7 |
| Yoga Studios | 4.2 | 4.2 |
Healthcare
Scores out of 10
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | 4.1 | 7.3 |
| Healthcare Affordability | 8.5 | 8.4 |
| Healthcare Quality | 3.1 | 6.7 |
Legal & Administrative
Scores out of 10
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|---|---|---|
| Digital Nomad Visa Availability | 0.4 | 5.5 |
| Ease of Business Registration | 2.8 | 3.6 |
| Ease of Opening Bank Account | 2.8 | 4.4 |
| Freedom of Speech | 2.7 | 4.4 |
| Political Stability | 5.9 | 6.1 |
| Tax Friendliness | 4.5 | 6.0 |
| Visa Ease | 6.5 | 6.5 |
Quality of Life
Scores out of 10
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|---|---|---|
| Air Quality | 5.7 | 5.1 |
| Cleanliness | 5.6 | 6.4 |
| Environmental Quality | 7.3 | 5.9 |
| Family Friendly | 5.5 | 6.7 |
| Language Barrier | 4.9 | 4.8 |
| Work-Life Balance | 7.5 | 7.5 |
Safety & Tolerance
Scores out of 10
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|---|---|---|
| Female Friendly | 7.1 | 7.5 |
| Racial Tolerance | 7.0 | 7.6 |
| Safety | 7.5 | 7.9 |
Transportation
Scores out of 10
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|---|---|---|
| Airport Connectivity | 3.4 | 6.8 |
| Cycling | 5.4 | 4.0 |
| Intercity Travel Options | 6.5 | 7.0 |
| Public Transit | 2.3 | 3.8 |
| Ride-sharing Services | 1.3 | 6.3 |
| Scooter/Bike Rental Availability | 7.5 | 7.2 |
| Walkability | 5.7 | 4.8 |
Work Environment
Scores out of 10
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|---|---|---|
| Coworking Quality | 3.2 | 4.3 |
| Freelance Ecosystem | 2.8 | 4.1 |
| Networking Opportunities | 3.5 | 4.4 |
| Remote Job Opportunities | 2.8 | 3.8 |
| Time Zone Favorability | 7.2 | 7.5 |
Clothing
Local prices in US dollars
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|---|---|---|
| Jeans | $35 per pair | $24 per pair |
| Summer Dress | $20 per dress | $15 per dress |
| Running Shoes | $86 per pair | $46 per pair |
Dining Out
Local prices in US dollars
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|---|---|---|
| Dining Out | $55 per month | $18 per month |
Entertainment
Local prices in US dollars
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|---|---|---|
| Cinema Ticket | $5.32 per ticket | $3.67 per ticket |
Food & Dining
Local prices in US dollars
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|---|---|---|
| Coffee | $2.08 per cup | $1.38 per cup |
| Beer | $1.62 per pint | $1.38 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $2.54 per meal | $1.53 per meal |
| Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) | $24 per meal | $15 per meal |
| Fast Food Combo | $6.70 per meal | $4.58 per meal |
| Apples | $3.14 per kg | $2.75 per kg |
| Bread | $1.02 per loaf | $1.07 per loaf |
| Water (1.5L bottle) | $0.55 per bottle | $0.37 per bottle |
| Milk | $1.94 per liter | $1.53 per liter |
| Rice | $1.11 per kg | $0.92 per kg |
| Chicken Fillets | $5.78 per kg | $2.60 per kg |
| Beef | $9.01 per kg | $7.64 per kg |
| Wine (Mid-range) | $13 per bottle | $15 per bottle |
Groceries
Local prices in US dollars
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|---|---|---|
| Groceries | $102 per month | $153 per month |
Health Insurance
Local prices in US dollars
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|---|---|---|
| Health Insurance | $12 per month | $9.17 per month |
Healthcare
Local prices in US dollars
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|---|---|---|
| Doctor Visit (GP) | $21 per visit | $15 per visit |
| Pharmacy (basic meds) | $3.93 per purchase | $4.58 per purchase |
Housing
Local prices in US dollars
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|
|---|---|---|
| Housing | $116 per month | $122 per month |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $283 per month | $138 per month |
| Airbnb (1 month) | $656 per month | $458 per month |
| Coworking Space | $105 per month | $107 per month |
| Coliving Space | $393 per month | $245 per month |
Internet & Mobile
Local prices in US dollars
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|---|---|---|
| Internet & Mobile | $6.93 per month | $12 per month |
Leisure Activities
Local prices in US dollars
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|---|---|---|
| Leisure Activities | $18 per month | $15 per month |
Personal Care
Local prices in US dollars
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|---|---|---|
| Haircut | $4.16 per visit | $3.06 per visit |
| Laundry | $1.16 per kg | $0.92 per kg |
Services
Local prices in US dollars
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|
|---|---|---|
| Mobile Plan | $8.09 per month | $9.17 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $20 per month | $15 per month |
| SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) | $5.78 one-time | $4.58 one-time |
| Gym Membership | $30 per month | $24 per month |
| Tennis Court (Weekend) | $9.71 per hour | $6.11 per hour |
Transportation
Local prices in US dollars
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|---|---|---|
| Transportation | $28 per month | $31 per month |
| Taxi Start | $2.08 per trip | $1.22 per trip |
| Taxi per km | $1.16 per km | $0.31 per km |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $22 per month | $24 per month |
| Ride-hailing (5km) | $5.08 per trip | $1.83 per trip |
| Gasoline | $1.50 per liter | $0.98 per liter |
| Scooter Rental | $8.55 per month | $7.64 per month |
Utilities
Local prices in US dollars
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LA
Vang Vieng
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TH
Udon Thani
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|
|---|---|---|
| Utilities | $21 per month | $24 per month |