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Boston or Chiang Mai

Comprehensive comparison between Boston (USA) and Chiang Mai (Thailand). Analyze differences in purchasing power, housing, safety, and visas to make your next move.

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Based on 2026 cost of living data, Boston is more affordable than Chiang Mai. Boston has a cost rating of 82/100, while Chiang Mai has a cost rating of 95/100.
In terms of safety, Chiang Mai ranks higher with a safety score of 82/100, compared to Boston at 90/100. Boston's safety score is 82/100 and Chiang Mai's safety score is 90/100.
Average rent in Boston is typically $2,400 - $3,200 per month, whereas typical rent in Chiang Mai averages $500 per month.
For Boston, the visa process is rated as: World Top Academic, O-1 & Biotech Visas (Unrivaled H-1B, O-1 (extraordinary ability), J-1 research, and EB-1/EB-2 Green Card sponsorship across Harvard, MIT, and 1,000+ biotech firms.). For Chiang Mai, the process is rated as: Nomad Heaven (Excellent visa options (DTV, LTR, Education) and many agents to help.).