Salary & Savings
Teaching English in Thailand 2026

30,000–50,000 THB/month • Save $600–$1,000/month

KET Northern Placements • Low Cost • High Savings

How Much Can You Earn & Save Teaching in Thailand?

KET teachers earn competitive salaries with low northern living costs — many save $600–$1,000/month while enjoying Thailand.

Teacher salary savings Thailand 2026

💰 Starting Salary

  • 30,000–36,000 THB/month (public schools)
  • 35,000–50,000 THB/month (private/international)
  • Higher with experience/TEFL
  • KET northern placements
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Low cost living northern Thailand

🏠 Low Living Costs

  • Rent 3,000–8,000 THB
  • Food 4,000–6,000 THB
  • Transport 1,000–2,000 THB
  • Northern Thailand advantage
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Teacher savings Thailand lifestyle

📈 Big Savings

  • Average save $600–$1,000/month
  • Travel SE Asia on holidays
  • Debt-free in 1-2 years
  • KET teachers report high satisfaction
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Salary Breakdown 2026 by School Type

KET placements — northern Thailand focus.

School TypeStarting SalaryWith ExperienceHours/Week
Public Schools30,000–36,000 THB36,000–42,000 THB18-22
Private Language Schools35,000–45,000 THB45,000–55,000 THB20-25
International Schools80,000–120,000 THB120,000+ THB20-25
KET Northern Average32,000–40,000 THB40,000–50,000 THB18-22

Monthly Cost of Living Comparison

Northern Thailand (KET placements) vs Bangkok.

ExpenseNorth (Sukhothai/Chiang Mai)Bangkok
Rent (studio/1-bed)3,000–8,000 THB15,000–30,000 THB
Food4,000–6,000 THB8,000–12,000 THB
Transport1,000–2,000 THB3,000–5,000 THB
Monthly Savings Potential$600–$1,000$200–$500

Earn Well & Save More Teaching in Thailand 2026

KET northern placements — competitive salary, low costs, high savings.