10 Awesomely Inexpensive Countries to Live in Abroad

So, you packed up your dorm room after college, didn’t heed our advice, and moved to New York with a dollar and a dream. You thought you'd immerse yourself in a multitude of cultures, party on weeknights, and work a night job until your career jumps off. Now i’s been a few years, but no number of cultural diversions can hide the truth—you can't afford to live in this concrete jungle.

Don’t call up your parents and tell them you’re moving back in just yet. You have the whole world available to you, and there are plenty of options for international exploration. If you have a skill that you can take with you overseas, like writing or design, or if you’re willing to teach English, work in a café, or become a tour guide, you’re in a good position to live abroad. There are a great number of countries where you can live, learn, and use your money for important things. You know, like paying back your student loans.

You'll have to be mindful of the language barriers, and adjust to cultural differences and living conditions, but if you have an adventurous itch and nomadic spirit, here are 10 Awesomely Inexpensive Countries to Live in Abroad.

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Average Monthly Rent (1 Bedroom): $450
Average Monthly Utilities (Electric, Heating, Water, Garbage): $75

How would you like the see the sun rise in the Pacific and set in the Atlantic? If that sounds idyllic, then put Panama on the top of your travel list. Once you're there and you notice the splendor of the tropical rain forest within city limits, calling Panama "home" will seem like a pretty wonderful idea. If perchance you get injured while swimming in either the Atlantic or Pacific oceans on any given day, seeing a doctor will only cost you around $35.00.

Average Monthly Rent (1 Bedroom): $320
Average Monthly Utilities (Electric, Heating, Water, Garbage): $120

The Mayans invented the chocolate bar and Guatemala is the birthplace of blue denim. Apart from these culturally significant facts, having the Mayan ruins closer to you isn't a bad deal. Neither is a monthly transportation pass for less than $20. Take notes, MTA.

Average Monthly Rent (1 Bedroom): $300
Average Monthly Utilities (Electric, Heating, Water, Garbage): $70

If you choose to plant yourself in Thailand, you'll probably run into a bunch of other expats, as it's one of the top choices for those wishing to relocate. Home to the Songkran festival and the world's largest Buddha, there will always be amazing festivities to take part in. Though this won't be the cheapest spot for the fashion obsessed with shallow pockets, a movie ticket will only put a $5 dent in your funds, so downloading movie torrents won't be necessary.

Average Monthly Rent (1 Bedroom): $300
Average Monthly Utilities (Electric, Heating, Water, Garbage): $50

For those well-versed in the leisurely activity of gastronomy, Vietnam is the country for you. With an abundance of locally grown food, getting a bite to eat will rarely cost you more than $5 and a beer won't set you back more than $1. Also, you aren't expected to tip at restaurants, so there's another excuse to use your oven as storage and eat out on a daily basis.

Average Monthly Rent (1 Bedroom): $145
Average Monthly Utilities (Electric, Heating, Water, Garbage): $140

Neighboring Guatemala and Mexico, Belize is a great option for folks who would like to ditch the knit sweaters and snow boots for good. Having only two seasons, Belize feels temperatures of about 80F all year round.

Despite the fact that your utilities cost almost as much as your rent, living here is still a pretty sweet situation. Two pairs of Retro VIII Jordans would cover your rent and utilities in Belize with some coins to spare.

Average Monthly Rent (1 Bedroom): $223
Average Monthly Utilities (Electric, Heating, Water, Garbage): $50

With a less than $300 monthly price tag on a one bedroom apartment, all of the extra dollars in your account won't long for the ridiculously expensive shoe-box size studios in the Big Apple.

However, is homesickness ails you while in Malaysia, feel free to spend all of that excess cash at the country's largest shopping center, Times Square Mall. With fifteen floors, a hotel, a bowling alley, and more than one Starbucks, it's almost like 42 Street in NYC minus all of the things that annoy you about the Empire State's Times Square.

Average Monthly Rent (1 Bedroom): $160
Average Monthly Utilities (Electric, Heating, Water, Garbage): $80

Definitely not for the faint of heart, Albania is an option for those who are up for the challenge of a rough lifestyle. It has a reputation for being quite corrupt, but this European nation has tons to offer in the culinary and history departments. Even though living outside of the city center won’t cost you much more than $200 a month in rent, Albania is only for the expats who are willing to toughen up and rough it out. If you’re a New Yorker, you’re probably good to go. You made it here, so you can make it anywhere, right?

Average Monthly Rent (1 Bedroom): $150
Average Monthly Utilities (Electric, Heating, Water, Garbage): $40

Because prices are so low in Central America's largest country, you could easily upgrade your lifestyle by moving to Nicaragua. It will cost you less than $10 to get around on public transportation every month and a gym membership will only cost you $30 monthly.

Since you'll be preoccupied with keeping yourself entertained, you might neglect your household chores. No worries, though. For $60, maid service can swing through and clean up after you three times a week. You're busy saving yourself all of that money, you're allowed to splurge.

Average Monthly Rent (1 Bedroom): $150
Average Monthly Utilities (Electric, Heating, Water, Garbage): $40

Home to one of the oldest civilizations, the invention of chess, and one of the seven wonders of the world, India would make an excellent home for anyone seeking to be emerged in the wonders of Eastern history and religion.

Not only can one live and eat for less than $400 a month, keeping yourself entertained by the sights and exploring the countless educational opportunities in India make it a valuable destination to reside in. Stay away from the overpopulated cities, though— the congestion won't be worth the extra funds in your bank account.

Average. Monthly Rent (1 Bedroom): $90
Average Monthly Utilities (Electric, Heating, Water, Garbage): $30

Sandwiched in between India and China, Nepal is a hub for cultural diversity and Eastern spirituality. If you've finished school and want to use your gap year to resolve your existentialist crisis and "find" yourself, Nepal may be the country you need to experience.

It is also a great place to live if you don't want to spend more than $20 on your internet bill every month.