Vietnam vs Vietnam · 1,207 km apart
Vietnam
single / month
Cheaper overallVietnam
single / month
| Expense | Thái Nguyên | Ho Chi Minh City | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.13 | $5.07 | Thái Nguyên |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $16.54 | $20.28 | Thái Nguyên |
| Cappuccino | $1.24 | $1.52 | Thái Nguyên |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $93.70 | $115 | Thái Nguyên |
| Monthly public transport pass | $15.16 | $18.59 | Thái Nguyên |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $39.96 | $49.01 | Thái Nguyên |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $11.58 | $14.20 | Thái Nguyên |
| Fitness club membership | $11.58 | $14.20 | Thái Nguyên |
| Cinema ticket | $3.03 | $3.72 | Thái Nguyên |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $198 | $255 | Thái Nguyên |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $138 | $178 | Thái Nguyên |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $413 | $533 | Thái Nguyên |
| Total single-person budget | $413 | $516 | Thái Nguyên |
| Average net salary | $509 | $624 |
Thái Nguyên is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Thái Nguyên runs about $413 versus $516 in Ho Chi Minh City — a difference of roughly 25%.
Salary-adjusted, Ho Chi Minh City 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 Thái Nguyên · Full cost of living in Ho Chi Minh City