The Cost of Living in Koh Samui: A 2025 Guide for Remote Workers and Digital Nomads

As more professionals around the world embrace remote work, Koh Samui is quickly becoming a favorite destination for digital nomads. With its stunning beaches, tropical climate, and relaxed lifestyle, it offers the perfect balance between productivity and paradise. But how much does it really cost to live in Koh Samui?

In this guide, we break down the average cost of living on the island in 2025 — covering everything from accommodation and coworking to food and transport — so you can plan your move (or extended stay) with confidence.

🏡 Accommodation Costs

Koh Samui offers a range of accommodation options for all budgets.

• Studio Apartment (local style): THB 6,000–10,000/month

• Modern 1-Bedroom Condo: THB 15,000–25,000/month

• Private Villa with Pool: THB 30,000–80,000+/month

• Short-term Airbnb rentals: THB 1,000–3,500/night depending on location and amenities

Tip: Many digital nomads find great deals on long-term rentals by booking a short stay first and then negotiating directly with landlords.

🖥 Coworking & Office Space

Coworking is thriving in Koh Samui, with spaces like Desk+Chair Samui providing reliable internet, creative environments, and networking opportunities.

• Coworking Hot Desk: THB 300–500/day or THB 4,000–7,000/month

• Dedicated Desk or Office: THB 8,000–15,000/month

• Virtual Office (for business setup): THB 1,500–3,000/month

Why cowork here? You’ll get air-conditioned comfort, high-speed Wi-Fi, and a chance to meet fellow remote workers from around the world.

🍜 Food & Dining

Eating out in Koh Samui is both delicious and affordable.

• Local Thai Meal: THB 50–100

• Mid-range Restaurant: THB 200–500 per person

• Western Groceries (per week): THB 1,500–3,000

• Fresh Market Produce: THB 500–1,000/week

Whether you're eating pad thai at a beach shack or grabbing brunch at a cozy café, there’s something for every palate.

🛵 Transportation

Getting around Koh Samui is easy — and inexpensive.

• Motorbike Rental: THB 2,500–4,000/month

• Car Rental: THB 12,000–25,000/month

• Petrol: THB 35–40/litre

• Songthaew (shared taxi): THB 30–100 per ride depending on distance

• Private Taxi: THB 300–600 per ride

For short stays, motorbikes are the most common option. For longer-term nomads, buying a secondhand scooter can be even more cost-effective.

📱 Utilities & Internet

• Electricity: THB 1,500–3,500/month (depends on aircon use)

• Water: THB 100–300/month

• Mobile SIM with 5G data: THB 300–600/month

• High-speed home internet: THB 600–1,200/month

Desk+Chair Samui offers fiber-optic Wi-Fi included in coworking rates — ideal if you need consistent speed for Zoom calls and uploads.

🧘‍♀️ Lifestyle & Extras

• Yoga/fitness classes: THB 200–500 per session

• Massage: THB 300–800

• Island tours or diving trips: THB 1,000–4,000

• Healthcare (clinic visits): THB 500–1,500

• Monthly health insurance: THB 1,500–3,000+

Koh Samui offers not just work-life balance — but true life-life balance.

🌴 What’s the Bottom Line?

So how much should you budget monthly?

For a solo digital nomad, a lean lifestyle with modest accommodation and mostly local meals can cost around 24,000 THB per month.

A comfortable mid-range lifestyle including coworking, modern living, and occasional nights out might be closer to 50,000 to 60,000 THB.

If you’re looking for luxury — think villa, car, daily café hopping, and weekend getaways — it can easily go upwards of 100,000 THB per month.

Disclaimer: The costs and insights shared in this blog are based on our own experiences and research as of 2025. Actual expenses may vary depending on lifestyle choices, personal preferences, and seasonal fluctuations.

📍Final Thoughts

Koh Samui is a place where you can build your ideal work-life balance. Whether you're here to focus on business, get inspired by island life, or simply unwind while working remotely, the cost of living is manageable — and often far better than major cities around the world.

Looking for a place to work from while you're here? Visit us at Desk+Chair Samui, where great ideas meet a great view.

👉 Book your spot at Desk+Chair Samui today.
Let’s make “remote work” the best perk of your job.

📍 Location: Chaweng near to Tesco Lotus

📩 Contact Us:

• Email: info@deskandchairsamui.com ​

• WhatsApp: +66 (0)63 774 1142 ​