Dormitory Resident Shocked by 6,966 Baht Electric Bill Using Only Air Conditioning at Night and One Computer—Is This Normal?
A Ko Lanta dormitory resident's 6,966-baht electric bill—nearly double her room rent—has sparked online outrage, with commenters blaming either an ancient, inefficient air conditioner or a faulty meter.
A dormitory resident has gone viral online after sharing her monthly utility bill that left her shocked. She reported staying in her room full-time, running the air conditioner only while sleeping, and using just one computer, yet her electric bill reached a staggering 6,966 baht—nearly double her 3,500 baht room fee. She posted: "I stay in the room all the time, only turn on the AC when sleeping, use one computer. Is this normal? Room: 3,500 baht, Electricity: 6,966 baht. It's like factory electricity rates."
The post generated significant online attention and numerous comments, with the overwhelming majority agreeing the charges are abnormal. One commenter noted that using 774 electricity units as a single occupant is excessive, suggesting the air conditioner is likely very old with a low efficiency rating combined with a high electricity rate of 9 baht per unit. Another commenter stated the situation is impossible, claiming their entire household uses only around 500 units monthly even with the air conditioner running day and night plus other appliances. A third commenter shared a similar comparison, saying her home with two air conditioners and various other appliances used only 500 units this month, suggesting the meter may be malfunctioning.
