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Cost of Living Guide in Vietnam

Complete pricing for housing, food, transportation, and everyday expenses

Vietnam offers one of the lowest costs of living in Asia, with overall expenses including rent about 35% cheaper than the Asia average and consumer prices excluding rent 35% cheaper. It stands out as highly affordable for expats and digital nomads, especially compared to pricier regional hubs, though no home country comparison is available. Quality of life is solid at a fraction of Western prices, making it ideal for relocation.

Estimated Monthly Budget

Frugal
$400–$800 USD (10–20 million VND) — modest outskirts housing, local markets, street food, public transport
Comfortable
$1,000–$1,500 USD (25–38 million VND) — decent city apartment, mix of local/Western groceries, occasional dining out, Grab rides
Family of four
$2,500–$4,000+ USD (62–100 million+ VND) — expat housing, international school fees, imported goods, car or driver

Vietnam delivers exceptional value for money, with costs 35% below the Asia average across the board, allowing expats to live comfortably or luxuriously on a modest budget. No home country data available for direct comparison.

Economic & Living Costs in Vietnam
Food & Dining Costs

Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

30000-120000 ₫
Avg: 75000 ₫
+15.4% vs 3 months ago

Meal for 2, Mid-range Restaurant (3-course)

339837.86-1316500 ₫
Avg: 828168.93 ₫
+25.3% vs 3 months ago

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

100000-150000 ₫
Avg: 125000 ₫
0.4% vs 3 months ago

Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)

15000-50000 ₫
Avg: 32500 ₫
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Housing & Real Estate Costs

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre

6500000-16000000 ₫
Avg: 11250000 ₫
+2.3% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre

4000000-10500000 ₫
Avg: 7250000 ₫
-3.3% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre

12500000-35000000 ₫
Avg: 23750000 ₫
+3.3% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre

9000000-24644880 ₫
Avg: 16822440 ₫
+3.2% vs 3 months ago
Transportation Costs

One-way Ticket (Local Transport)

7000-12000 ₫
Avg: 9500 ₫
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

50000-140000 ₫
Avg: 95000 ₫
-5.0% vs 3 months ago

Monthly Transport Pass

150000-300000 ₫
Avg: 225000 ₫
-18.2% vs 3 months ago

Gasoline (1L)

20000-25000 ₫
Avg: 22500 ₫
-10.0% vs 3 months ago
Utilities & Communications Costs

Utilities for 85m² Apartment

1158125-4000000 ₫
Avg: 2579062.5 ₫
+21.4% vs 3 months ago

Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)

180000-300000 ₫
Avg: 240000 ₫
+2.1% vs 3 months ago

Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)

90000-250000 ₫
Avg: 170000 ₫
+16.5% vs 3 months ago
Grocery Costs

Milk (1L)

30000-50000 ₫
Avg: 40000 ₫
+2.6% vs 3 months ago

Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)

10000-50000 ₫
Avg: 30000 ₫
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Eggs (12)

27187.03-48000 ₫
Avg: 37593.51 ₫
+4.4% vs 3 months ago

Local Cheese (1kg)

150000-600000 ₫
Avg: 375000 ₫
-16.2% vs 3 months ago
Entertainment & Sports Costs

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee

300000-1200000 ₫
Avg: 750000 ₫
+15.4% vs 3 months ago

Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)

125000-300000 ₫
Avg: 212500 ₫
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Cinema Ticket

75000-150000 ₫
Avg: 112500 ₫
-1.7% vs 3 months ago

Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)

3000000-25000000 ₫
Avg: 14000000 ₫
+86.7% vs 3 months ago
Last updated: 2026-04-03

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