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Cost of Living in Châu Đốc

Châu Đốc, An Giang, Vietnam · Population 157,298

▼ -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 Châu Đốc

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 Châu Đốc 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 Châu Đốc

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Nearby Cities

Ấp Khánh Hòa

13 km away · An Giang

An Phú

17 km away · An Giang

Tân Châu

18 km away · An Giang

Chợ Phước Hải

25 km away · Bà Rịa-Vũng Tàu

Hồng Ngự

27 km away · Đồng Tháp

Ấp Phú Mỹ

28 km away · Sóc Trăng

Ba Chúc

33 km away · An Giang

Chợ Mới

36 km away · An Giang

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 Châu Đốc

Châu Đốc 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 Châu Đốc 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 Châu Đốc expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₫9,855,200 ($388) per month in Châu Đốc 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 Châu Đốc?
A net salary of around ₫12,811,760 ($504) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Châu Đốc with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Châu Đốc is ₫12,192,000 ($480).
How much is rent in Châu Đốc?
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 Châu Đốc cheaper than Vietnam on average?
Yes — Châu Đốc 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 Châu Đốc?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₫2,245,360 ($88) in Châu Đốc. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₫99,060 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around ₫29,718 ($1).
How do transport costs in Châu Đốc compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Châu Đốc is estimated at ₫363,220 ($14). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Châu Đốc are estimates based on Vietnam national averages adjusted for city size (population 157,298). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.