Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
79K
Population
12 km2
Area
309 Mbps
Internet
UTC+07:00
Timezone
HKT (26km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Phuket is a city in Thailand with a population of 79K. Internet speeds average 309 Mbps download. The city has 6,229 mapped points of interest.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Thailand
Region
South-Eastern Asia
Population
79K
Timezone
UTC+07:00
Currency
THB
Language
Thai
Airport
HKT
GPS
7.89, 98.40
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Infrastructure
6,229 points of interest mapped in Phuket — 519 per km2
Tech
309 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Economy
56% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
Climate
Year-round average of 27C — near-ideal temperatures
INFRASTRUCTURE
6,229 total POIs 519.1 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
1,314
Cafes
692
Bars
356
Fast Food
164
Shopping
Supermarkets
100
Convenience
367
Shopping Malls
26
Healthcare
Hospitals
14
Clinics
67
Pharmacies
216
Education
Schools
74
Universities
7
Libraries
4
Recreation
Parks
37
Playgrounds
33
Sports
559
Cinemas
4
Museums
11
Theatres
9
Transport
Bus Stops
106
Train Stations
13
Fuel Stations
63
Services
Banks
59
ATMs
156
Post Offices
20
Police
32
Fire Stations
6
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
309 Mbps
Download
258 Mbps
Upload
10ms
Latency
17,662
Tests
6,011
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Jan - Dec
28°
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28°
F
28°
M
28°
A
27°
M
27°
J
27°
J
27°
A
27°
S
28°
O
28°
N
28°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 27.5 C Range: 27.5 - 27.4 C Rain: 2,058 mm/year Sunshine: 3,436 h/year
CITY SCORES
83.5
Nomad Index
D
Livability
37.5
Culture
46.8
Overall
COST OF LIVING
CIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
43.7
Overall
56% cheaper than NYC
23.7
Rent
76% cheaper than NYC
48.8
Groceries
51% cheaper than NYC
38.0
Restaurants
62% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
HKT
Phuket International Airport
26 km from center
~47 min ride
FUN FACTS
It consists of the island of Phuket, the country's largest island, and another 32 smaller islands off its coast.
Phuket Island is connected by the Sarasin Bridge to Phang Nga province to the north.
Phuket province, encompassing an area of 547 km2 (211 sq mi), ranks as the second-smallest province in Thailand.
Historically, Phuket Island was situated on a major trading route between India and China.
Toponymy The name "Phuket" (of which the digraph ph represents an aspirated /pʰ/) is derived from the corruption of the word Bukit (Jawi: بوکيت) in Malay which means "hill", as this is what the island appears like from a distance.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Phuket known for?
Phuket is a city in Thailand. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Phuket?
Phuket has an average download speed of 309 Mbps and upload speed of 258 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Phuket?
Phuket has an average year-round temperature of approximately 27.5 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Phuket?
Phuket is served by HKT (Phuket International Airport), approximately 26 km from the city center.
What is the population of Phuket?
The population of Phuket is approximately 79K.
What infrastructure does Phuket have?
Phuket has 6,229 mapped points of interest, including 1,314 restaurants, 14 hospitals, 74 schools.
What country is Phuket in?
Phuket is located in Thailand.
