Is Chiang Mai more expensive than Perm?

Chiang Mai is 0.9% more expensive than Perm overall. Rent is 2.0% lower, groceries 18.8% more expensive, and restaurants 30.2% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Perm or Chiang Mai?

Perm has a purchasing power index of 68.9 while Chiang Mai has 54.8 (NYC = 100). Perm offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇺 Perm vs 🇹🇭 Chiang Mai

2026

Chiang Mai is 0.9% more expensive

Category	🇷🇺 Perm	🇹🇭 Chiang Mai	Difference
Cost of Living	33.0	33.3	+0.9%
Rent	10.1	9.9	-2.0%
Groceries	34.5	41.0	+18.8%
Restaurants	29.5	20.6	-30.2%
Purchasing Power	68.9	54.8	-20.5%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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