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Ban Phai
City in Khon Kaen, Thailand
Overview
Ban Phai is a lively town in Khon Kaen province, Thailand, known for its authentic local culture and friendly atmosphere. While it is a major stop on the east-west railway, it charms visitors with busy markets, Thai temples, and laid-back suburban living. Its size makes it easy to navigate and perfect for those seeking an off-the-beaten-path, small-town experience.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Thailand
Province
Khon Kaen
Population
100,554
Time Zone
Asia/Bangkok
Coordinates
16.06°, 102.73°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
70
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost
$512
Local Cost
$260
Local Income
$350
Cashless
40
English
30
Temperature
26.7°C
Summer Avg
27.1°C
Winter Avg
24.8°C
Record High
43.5°C
Record Low
7.5°C
Humidity
70%
Precipitation
1188 mm
Internet Speed
269 Mbps
Upload
247 Mbps
Latency
10 ms
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
KKC
Distance
46 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 58 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 50/100.
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