187 cities covered · Currency: VND (₫) · Capital: Ho Chi Minh City
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | ₫105,004 ($4.13) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | ₫420,014 ($16.54) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | ₫31,501 ($1.24) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | ₫2,380,082 ($93.70) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | ₫385,013 ($15.16) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | ₫1,015,035 ($39.96) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | ₫294,010 ($11.58) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | ₫294,010 ($11.58) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | ₫77,003 ($3.03) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | ₫5,026,710 ($198) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | ₫3,496,842 ($138) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | ₫10,490,526 ($413) | per month |
Hồ Chí Minh · pop. 15,136,000
Hà Nội · pop. 8,717,600
Cần Thơ · pop. 3,207,000
Hải Phòng · pop. 2,124,500
Đồng Nai · pop. 1,104,000
Hồ Chí Minh · pop. 1,013,795
Thừa Thiên-Huế · pop. 652,572
Hồ Chí Minh · pop. 618,984
Bắc Ninh · pop. 520,000
Hải Dương · pop. 507,469
Nghệ An · pop. 490,000
Bình Dương · pop. 466,053
Bắc Giang · pop. 450,000
Khánh Hòa · pop. 407,000
Lâm Đồng · pop. 406,105
Thanh Hóa · pop. 393,294
Hà Tĩnh · pop. 380,000
Bà Rịa-Vũng Tàu · pop. 357,124
Nam Định · pop. 352,108
Thái Nguyên · pop. 340,403
Đắk Lắk · pop. 340,000
Bình Dương · pop. 321,607
Cà Mau · pop. 315,270
Bình Định · pop. 311,000
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Vietnam
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Vietnam
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Vietnam
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Vietnam
Living costs in Vietnam vary significantly depending on city size. Large metropolitan areas with populations over one million typically see housing costs 15–30% above the national average, while smaller towns can be 10–20% below it. The national baseline of ₫10,497,082 ($413) per month represents a mid-sized city estimate.
Capital cities and major economic hubs command the highest rents and overall expenses. For budget-conscious residents, mid-sized cities offer a balance of amenities and affordability. Rural and small-town living remains the most economical option, though transport and service access may be limited.