Trying to Decide where to Expatriate to...

Hello All,

I am seriously considering expatriating to a different country. I'm currently living in Orlando, FL USA and I'm trying to decide on which country best fits what I am looking for. I have considered four countries as of this moment: Cambodia, China, Vietnam and Thailand.

I have done a good bit of research into the quality of living in each of these countries, but I thought I would ask for you alls opinion, especially those that have lived in one or two of the countries above.

What I desire is to have a laid back lifestyle, not the hustle and bustle of corporate America, if you all know what that is like.  So basically, I want a small town, less than 6000 residents but within two hours of a major city. I would like to immerse myself in their culture so a large foreign community is not needed, but a few here and there isn't a deal breaker either. My biggest concern, like all others, is cost of living. If I do it relatively soon I would have to live off of 1k a month. At least until I find a job in the education or healthcare field.

I'm more drawn to rural areas, so is cost of living cheaper or higher? On a general principle. I know it's a case by case basis depending on what country I decide.

I will be travelling to SE Asia this summer trying to find a place that fits, I would just like some ideas of area and true cost of living in these countries.

Thank you all, those who try to respond, I appreciate the help given.