Laos vs Laos · 276 km apart
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| Expense | Savannakhet | Vientiane | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $3.90 | $5.07 | Savannakhet |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $15.60 | $20.28 | Savannakhet |
| Cappuccino | $1.17 | $1.52 | Savannakhet |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $88.40 | $115 | Savannakhet |
| Monthly public transport pass | $14.30 | $18.59 | Savannakhet |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $37.70 | $49.01 | Savannakhet |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $10.92 | $14.20 | Savannakhet |
| Fitness club membership | $10.92 | $14.20 | Savannakhet |
| Cinema ticket | $2.86 | $3.72 | Savannakhet |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $173 | $239 | Savannakhet |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $120 | $167 | Savannakhet |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $360 | $500 | Savannakhet |
| Total single-person budget | $380 | $505 | Savannakhet |
| Average net salary | $260 | $338 |
Savannakhet is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Savannakhet runs about $380 versus $505 in Vientiane — a difference of roughly 33%.
Salary-adjusted, Savannakhet leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.
Full cost of living in Savannakhet · Full cost of living in Vientiane