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Cost of Living in Chợ Lách

Chợ Lách, Bến Tre, Vietnam · Population 11,836

▼ -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 Chợ Lách

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 Chợ Lách 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 Chợ Lách

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Nearby Cities

Cai Lậy

16 km away · Tiền Giang

Vĩnh Long

17 km away · Vĩnh Long

Ấp Tân Ngãi

18 km away · Bến Tre

An Thành B

22 km away · Bến Tre

Thanh Xuân

22 km away · Bến Tre

Mỹ Tho

28 km away · Tiền Giang

Bến Tre

29 km away · Bến Tre

Ấp Khánh Hưng

31 km away · Cần Thơ

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 Chợ Lách

Chợ Lách 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 Chợ Lách 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 Chợ Lách expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₫8,793,613 ($346) per month in Chợ Lách 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 Chợ Lách?
A net salary of around ₫11,431,697 ($450) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Chợ Lách with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Chợ Lách is ₫10,972,800 ($432).
How much is rent in Chợ Lách?
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 Chợ Lách cheaper than Vietnam on average?
Yes — Chợ Lách 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 Chợ Lách?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₫2,020,824 ($80) in Chợ Lách. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₫89,154 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around ₫26,746 ($1).
How do transport costs in Chợ Lách compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Chợ Lách is estimated at ₫326,898 ($13). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Chợ Lách are estimates based on Vietnam national averages adjusted for city size (population 11,836). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.