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Cost of Living in Cai Lậy

Cai Lậy, Tiền Giang, Vietnam · Population 123,775

▼ -6% vs Vietnam average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)₫9,855,200 ($388)
Couple, monthly₫17,683,480 ($696)
Family of four, monthly₫23,054,056 ($908)

Estimated Prices in Cai Lậy

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant₫99,060 ($3.90)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range₫396,240 ($15.60)per meal
Cappuccino₫29,718 ($1.17)each
Monthly groceries (single person)₫2,245,360 ($88.40)per month
Monthly public transport pass₫363,220 ($14.30)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment₫957,580 ($37.70)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)₫277,368 ($10.92)per month
Fitness club membership₫277,368 ($10.92)per month
Cinema ticket₫72,644 ($2.86)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre₫4,673,600 ($184)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre₫3,251,200 ($128)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre₫9,753,600 ($384)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Cai Lậy is ₫12,192,000 ($480) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ₫9,855,200 ($388) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ₫12,811,760 ($504) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (₫3,251,200 ($128)) represents about 33% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Cai Lậy

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Nearby Cities

Chợ Lách

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Vĩnh Long

22 km away · Vĩnh Long

Ấp Tân Ngãi

28 km away · Bến Tre

Mỹ Tho

29 km away · Tiền Giang

Thanh Xuân

31 km away · Bến Tre

An Thành B

33 km away · Bến Tre

Ấp Khánh Hưng

36 km away · Cần Thơ

Tân An

36 km away · Long An

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 Cai Lậy

Cai Lậy is one of the key cities in Vietnam. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is ₫9,855,200 ($388), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around ₫3,251,200 ($128) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to ₫23,054,056 ($908) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately ₫17,683,480 ($696) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Cai Lậy is ₫12,192,000 ($480). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least ₫12,811,760 ($504) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cai Lậy expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₫9,855,200 ($388) per month in Cai Lậy including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Vietnam.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Cai Lậy?
A net salary of around ₫12,811,760 ($504) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Cai Lậy with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Cai Lậy is ₫12,192,000 ($480).
How much is rent in Cai Lậy?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated ₫4,673,600 ($184) per month in the city centre and ₫3,251,200 ($128) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about ₫9,753,600 ($384).
Is Cai Lậy cheaper than Vietnam on average?
Yes — Cai Lậy is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Vietnam average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Cai Lậy?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₫2,245,360 ($88) in Cai Lậy. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₫99,060 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around ₫29,718 ($1).
How do transport costs in Cai Lậy compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Cai Lậy is estimated at ₫363,220 ($14). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Cai Lậy are estimates based on Vietnam national averages adjusted for city size (population 123,775). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.