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Cost of Living in Bắc Kạn

Bắc Kạn, Bắc Kạn, Vietnam · Population 45,036

▼ -16% vs Vietnam average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)₫8,793,613 ($346)
Couple, monthly₫15,756,342 ($620)
Family of four, monthly₫20,520,449 ($808)

Estimated Prices in Bắc Kạn

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant₫89,154 ($3.51)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range₫356,616 ($14.04)per meal
Cappuccino₫26,746 ($1.05)each
Monthly groceries (single person)₫2,020,824 ($79.56)per month
Monthly public transport pass₫326,898 ($12.87)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment₫861,822 ($33.93)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)₫249,631 ($9.83)per month
Fitness club membership₫249,631 ($9.83)per month
Cinema ticket₫65,380 ($2.57)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre₫4,096,894 ($161)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre₫2,850,013 ($112)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre₫8,550,039 ($337)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Bắc Kạn is ₫10,972,800 ($432) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ₫8,793,613 ($346) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ₫11,431,697 ($450) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (₫2,850,013 ($112)) represents about 32% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Bắc Kạn

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Nearby Cities

Hòa Thượng

56 km away · Thái Nguyên

Thái Nguyên

61 km away · Thái Nguyên

Cao Bằng

72 km away · Cao Bằng

Tuyên Quang

74 km away · Tuyên Quang

Phú Yên

82 km away · Thái Nguyên

Ngọc Sơn

89 km away · Bắc Giang

Thị Trấn Đồng Đăng

91 km away · Lạng Sơn

Vĩnh Yên

97 km away · Vĩnh Phúc

Other Major Cities in Vietnam

Ho Chi Minh City

Hồ Chí Minh · pop. 15,136,000

₫13,098,278 ($516) / mo

Hanoi

Hà Nội · pop. 8,717,600

₫12,879,576 ($507) / mo

Cần Thơ

Cần Thơ · pop. 3,207,000

₫11,358,348 ($447) / mo

Haiphong

Hải Phòng · pop. 2,124,500

₫11,358,348 ($447) / mo

Biên Hòa

Đồng Nai · pop. 1,104,000

₫11,358,348 ($447) / mo

Thủ Đức

Hồ Chí Minh · pop. 1,013,795

₫11,358,348 ($447) / mo

Huế

Thừa Thiên-Huế · pop. 652,572

₫10,497,082 ($413) / mo

Tân An

Hồ Chí Minh · pop. 618,984

₫10,497,082 ($413) / mo

Living in Bắc Kạn

Bắc Kạn is one of the key cities in Vietnam. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is ₫8,793,613 ($346), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around ₫2,850,013 ($112) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to ₫20,520,449 ($808) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately ₫15,756,342 ($620) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Bắc Kạn is ₫10,972,800 ($432). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least ₫11,431,697 ($450) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bắc Kạn expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₫8,793,613 ($346) per month in Bắc Kạn including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Vietnam.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Bắc Kạn?
A net salary of around ₫11,431,697 ($450) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Bắc Kạn with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Bắc Kạn is ₫10,972,800 ($432).
How much is rent in Bắc Kạn?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated ₫4,096,894 ($161) per month in the city centre and ₫2,850,013 ($112) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about ₫8,550,039 ($337).
Is Bắc Kạn cheaper than Vietnam on average?
Yes — Bắc Kạn is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Vietnam average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Bắc Kạn?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₫2,020,824 ($80) in Bắc Kạn. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₫89,154 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around ₫26,746 ($1).
How do transport costs in Bắc Kạn compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Bắc Kạn is estimated at ₫326,898 ($13). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Bắc Kạn are estimates based on Vietnam national averages adjusted for city size (population 45,036). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.