If your goal is to move to Thailand and replicate your western life at a cheaper cost, rural Isaan is not for you.
There are not enough western things here in the rural villages to replicate anything from the west.
To survive and enjoy the benefits of rural Isaan, you have to be able to live the same as a local.
Replicating a western life is possible in the Isaan cities like Khon Kaen and Udon Thani, but not in the rural villages.
Both Khon Kaen and Udon Thani, have malls and western fast food.
They also have expat communities for socializing.
Great medical care.
Fantastic malls.
Movie theaters.
Khon Kaen has an international airport.
Both places are often mentioned in articles for the very best locations for expats to live in Thailand.
Khon Kaen and Udon Thani are both way more expensive than any rural Isaan villages.
However, they are cheaper than Bangkok, Pattaya, Hua Hin and Phuket.
If you are thinking about spending the rest of your life in Thailand, visit your chosen location and then before deciding, visit Khon Kaen and Udon Thai.
Your budget will go much further here.
You will find all the same benefits for a much cheaper price.
From Khon Kaen, you can get on a quick flight to Bangkok or anywhere else in Thailand in a matter of no time.
Saving money on living expenses will allow you to have more to spend of travel and holidays.
It is a nice place to live and very even paced.