Pattaya

🇹🇭Thailand•Southeast Asia

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living40

Safety61

Healthcare72

Career Opportunities64

Climate63

Transport68

Air Quality65

Family Friendliness70.33

Education67

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Pattaya a good place to live?

Pattaya scores 62/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 40/100), moderately safe (safety: 61/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 72/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Pattaya?

Pattaya has a cost of living score of 40/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Pattaya?

Pattaya has a transport score of 68/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Pattaya?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Pattaya are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Pattaya safe for expats?

Pattaya has a safety score of 61/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 65/100.

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