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.
💰 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
🏠 Low Living Costs
- Rent 3,000–8,000 THB
- Food 4,000–6,000 THB
- Transport 1,000–2,000 THB
- Northern Thailand advantage
📈 Big Savings
- Average save $600–$1,000/month
- Travel SE Asia on holidays
- Debt-free in 1-2 years
- KET teachers report high satisfaction
Salary Breakdown 2026 by School Type
KET placements — northern Thailand focus.
| School Type | Starting Salary | With Experience | Hours/Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Schools | 30,000–36,000 THB | 36,000–42,000 THB | 18-22 |
| Private Language Schools | 35,000–45,000 THB | 45,000–55,000 THB | 20-25 |
| International Schools | 80,000–120,000 THB | 120,000+ THB | 20-25 |
| KET Northern Average | 32,000–40,000 THB | 40,000–50,000 THB | 18-22 |
Monthly Cost of Living Comparison
Northern Thailand (KET placements) vs Bangkok.
| Expense | North (Sukhothai/Chiang Mai) | Bangkok |
|---|---|---|
| Rent (studio/1-bed) | 3,000–8,000 THB | 15,000–30,000 THB |
| Food | 4,000–6,000 THB | 8,000–12,000 THB |
| Transport | 1,000–2,000 THB | 3,000–5,000 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.