Teaching English in
Chiang Mai 2026
Cultural North • Mountains • Digital Nomad Vibe
KET Placements • 35,000–50,000 THB/month • Night Markets & Temples
Why Teach in Chiang Mai with KET?
Chiang Mai — Thailand's cultural northern capital — offers mountains, temples, digital nomad community, and rewarding teaching. KET places teachers in top schools with full support.
🛕 Cultural & Mountain Living
- Doi Suthep temple & mountain views
- Night markets & street food heaven
- Digital nomad cafes everywhere
- Cooler weather year-round
📚 High-Demand Teaching
- Many international & language schools
- Higher salaries 35,000–50,000 THB
- Small classes, modern facilities
- KET orientation + ongoing support
💰 Balanced Lifestyle
- Save $500–$900/month
- Rent 8,000–15,000 THB
- Coworking spaces & expat community
- Easy travel to Laos/Myanmar
Top Places to Visit in Chiang Mai
Perfect weekend escapes — many within 1 hour.
🛕 Doi Suthep Temple
- Golden stupa overlooking city
- 308 steps or cable car
- Stunning sunset views
🎨 Old City & Night Markets
- Sunday Walking Street Market
- Ancient walls & moat
- Street food paradise
🐘 Elephant Sanctuaries
- Ethical no-ride sanctuaries
- Feed & bathe rescued elephants
- Day trip from city
Distances from Chiang Mai
International airport (CNX) with direct flights.
| City | Distance | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bangkok | 700km | 9-10 hours | 1 hour |
| Sukhothai | 300km | 4-5 hours | 2 hours via BKK |
| Phuket | 1,400km | 20 hours | 2 hours |
| Chiang Rai | 180km | 3 hours | N/A |
Salary & Cost of Living in Chiang Mai
Higher salaries than rural areas — digital nomad vibe with affordable living.
| Expense | THB/month | USD |
|---|---|---|
| Rent (studio/1-bed) | 8,000–15,000 | $230–$430 |
| Food (local + cafes) | 6,000–10,000 | $170–$285 |
| Transport/Coworking | 3,000–6,000 | $85–$170 |
| You Save | 15,000–30,000 | $430–$855 |
Ready for Cultural North Thailand in Chiang Mai?
KET placements — mountains, temples, and digital nomad community.