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Chiang Khong
City in Chiang Rai, Thailand
Overview
Chiang Khong is a charming riverside town in northern Thailand, known for its stunning Mekong landscapes and laid-back vibe. Serving as a gateway to Laos, it blends local tradition with a gentle influx of travelers. The town offers scenic walks, authentic cuisine, and welcoming local communities.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Thailand
Province
Chiang Rai
Population
64,071
Time Zone
Asia/Bangkok
Coordinates
20.26°, 100.40°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
72
Female Safety
68
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
65
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$513
Local Cost
$228
Local Income
$350
Cashless
30
English
40
Temperature
23.4°C
Summer Avg
25.2°C
Winter Avg
19.4°C
Record High
40.1°C
Record Low
2.3°C
Humidity
71%
Precipitation
978 mm
Internet Speed
102 Mbps
Upload
106 Mbps
Latency
27 ms
City Vibrancy
19
Coworking
0
Cafes
14
Nightlife
4
Parks
1
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
BOR
Distance
26 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 6 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 64/100.
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