will add, all set up cost done, i don't do TV or land line phone, or ubc. if single, wouldn't need a car, if stayed in town, possible wouldn't need a motorbike, but too cheap and convenient not to have. that is for almost all meals out, except for lite brekkie. i really wouldn't have a problem......single that is on 20 k.

internet thru cell phone, 400 baht a month, that is my total phone/internet bill, as i don't really do phones either. 100 hr internet via AIS, more than enough, as you see, i'm on here way too much

Laph....en.

Next round on me.

Bo.

Laphanphon,Bob,Arjay,Rod and Stan,Thank you guys for sharing.I really appreciate your laying out the numbers like that and La,Bob and Stan breaking it down like that isn't just beneficial to me but everyone.I don't pretend to know that much about Thailand and having members willing to take the time to lay out this kind of information sure tells alot about the man.You all know Thai women and their families.Having members give ,what I think are realistic numbers is so beneficial to enhance our(the wife and me) discussions about where we should set up.I've been reading your site and know(not personally) the regular posters.Would the rest of you be willing to help with your honest opinions?

Thanks one and all
Bronco Bill

LA, thanks for your breakdown. I think your landlord likes you! A very reasonable rent. Guess i owe you 2 beers now, unless it snows in Udon.... But not there until November.

Bronco, while not on this thread, there are other threads on health insurance, cars, visas, general shopping, houses and land and many more. They often contain costs. I know i find it useful to make my plans; so far just 2 holidays but have always hit the ground running and knowing where to go and what to do. First thing on arrival in Udon, get the map, orientate yourself.

I think your landlord likes you!

that he does, very nice man, border patrol, and all around trainer of weapons. even asked me if i needed one, legally. damn expensive here, no thanks.

1st year, at 2 six month intervals, he never asked for deposit or anything extra, just ID. gave him 6 months in advance, so he could finance 1st ac and couple things, then same 2nd time. this time 2 yr in advance, again, new ac, and some major changes, making it better. he wanted to do last year, but i told him not to, incase i didn't stay,would of been wasted money for him. so we're both happy now. i got cheap guaranteed rent, him a good tenant.

for those looking, it doesn't take long once here and about, eyes and ears paying attention. lots of choices and prices, depending on preferences. main attraction to present place is security, and close school run, but just out of town. negative, which is hard to avoid anywhere, noise, people and dogs, and loudspeaker occasionally, luckily awake anyway, but they do start 6 am ish some times, but i'm awake. and the little village is noisy place and one dusty road. but no prob, for next 2 years anyway.

best of luck to all. take your time when looking, and do RENT, for long time, before any large financial committments. enjoy.

and beers, no prob, i'll be gentle, Glen's seems to be my watering hole lately, mere 55 large leo, and nice view of lake and lasses. doesn't get too much better. some decent background and usually another whack bird to yak with, besides this demented soul.

Have a question about taxes. Is there such a thing as an income tax that a person from the US would have to pay to Thailand???????

Snowman, - short answer -no.

Your income would have been taxed in US and any spending money that you remit to LOS does not incur income tax in LOS. Only earnings in LOS.

Try telling that to a native in any of the villages around Udon Dave, and they'll look at you like your mad, Taxes never hear before

"Snowman, - short answer -no."
Not sure you are correct here D58, Thailand and the USA have a tax treaty. I do pay taxes in the US but it could be possible additional taxes are due here also, not sure. I have looked at Thailand's tax schedule and I believe taxes are a bit higher here;o(

I've been in Udon since Feb 4th and have managed quite easily on 20k a month. I have a 2 bed house in First Home and share that with the missus and our 18 month old son.

I either buy a couple of beers from the local store or go to Nancy's (a nice little restaurant that does good burgers, located near the entrance to First Home) and have bite to eat and a couple of beers there. I'll also go to the Irish Clock every couple of weeks and the Englishman's Retreat was fun for the little monkey, so I will be going back there every couple of weeks as well.

Obviously, if you're going into town 3 or 4 times a night, you'll be spending close to double what I do.

I have uploaded my calculations for what I think we are going to spend. I hope it is not too much confusing as it is only a list of data for a program giving forecasts for the future.

Kart

Kart,That was kind of you to share. 38,767.52 Baht/mo as a married man after the initial setup.

So far we have estimates for a married man(after the initial setup) of
35,000/mo
27,000/mo
35,000/mo
40,000/mo
20,000/mo

It probably would have made more sense and been a heck of alot simpler if I'd done a poll.Undoubtably it would have gotten more response.I just don't know my way around computers enough to set it up.This is the best I can do.

I know posters are tired of this question as it's arbitrary if someone writes in wanting to know what it will cost him to live per month.I'm not asking that,because it is arbitrary.I'm looking at you guys to just throw out a monthly number that you think you spend.I just got the impression reading the posts on here that most posters are truthful and a survey of what YOU guys living the life estimate YOU spend as a married(which interests me)or as a single man could help many many of us that are in the planning stages.Everyone was a newbie once upon a time.

Some of you went above and beyond by breaking it down.As stated if I knew how to do a poll I would but I don't.
Bill

Try this thread Bill...

income-needed-to-stay-in-udon-t9963.html?hilit=spending%20per%20month

Thanks Bob,
I guess after reading that thread I like the breakdown better than a poll.More informative

At least I haven't read anyone here saying they use more than 60,000/mo.It sure seems like there are a lot more members than that.I guess things that have to do with finances put some off even just estimates.hope I didn't strike anyones nerves.Not looking to get off on the wrong foot.

You really can't ask this question on alot of forums without posters going off and maybe a new poster that hasn't answered before has something beneficial to add.

Good info this time around in my opinion.

I my self know ( as long I am a single guy ) that I can get by
on 15 000 + a month. ( not including short time ladies and the bar business etc.)
Not counting Visa run´s or travel back home now and then.

For me : the house I will rent is 3000/month including electrisity and water. 3000
Love Thai food, will have it 99% of the time. And not a big eater. 4000
No car, will buy a scooter.Gas. 300
Will be able to use my friends Internet, at 1/2 the hook up/running cost. 500
1500 eating out.
Been in Udon and Pat before but then being a free spender I really did not 1500 booze & beer.
check out what would be a real budget that one could live on. 1500 Tobacco
2700 extras
After all these posts I have a much better idea about what I can live on. -------------------
15 000 bth
Thanks for all info !
Now I just wait, hope for the Bath to take a dive....