Bangkok Tops First-Ever Global Ranking of Best Cities for Gen Z
If you’re under 30 and looking for exploration, affordability, and a thriving social scene, Time Out has just handed you a roadmap — and Bangkok sits firmly at the top!
For the first time ever, Time Out has tailored its famous Best Cities list to Gen Z by filtering responses from survey participants under 30. After crunching feedback from thousands of locals worldwide, the results are in: Bangkok is officially the best city in the world for Gen Z to live in.
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Why Bangkok Wins Big
- Happiness reigns supreme: 84% of Gen Z residents in Bangkok say they’re happy living there — more than any other city
- Budget-friendly living: With 71% calling it affordable, Bangkok hits the sweet spot between culture and cost.
- Instant social life: It’s the easiest city in the world to make friends in, according to Gen Zers.
- Bangkok
- Melbourne
- Cape Town
- New York City
- Copenhagen
- Barcelona
- Edinburgh
- Mexico City
- London
- Shanghai
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What makes Gen Z tick in cities
- Accessible culture isn’t just about museums; it’s about art, music, and events that people can actually engage with, without breaking the bank.
- Walkability matters. Being able to explore a city by foot — and on a budget — is crucial for the under-30s
- Other huge perks include diversity, green space, inclusive social scenes, and well-priced nightlife and food
London, for example, may not top the Gen Z list, but it still placed ninth globally, with high marks for culture, happiness, and restaurant scenes, even if cost of living remains a hurdle for many.
