Cost of Living in Vietnam: Prices, Rent and Everyday Expenses
Vietnam is a vibrant Southeast Asian destination known for fast-growing cities like Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi alongside laid-back beach towns. It’s a popular base for digital nomads thanks to a strong café culture, affordable everyday living, and easy regional travel. Prices can vary widely between major hubs and smaller cities, so where you stay matters.
Cities
Hanoi
Ancient alleys, bold street food, and a fast-moving startup pulse—live where tradition meets hustle.
Da Nang
Nomad HubBeachside workdays, mountain sunsets, and café culture that keeps the Wi‑Fi—and the pace—easy.
Ho Chi Minh City
Nomad HubFast-paced street life, rooftop workdays, and endless bowls of pho fueling your next big idea.
Cost Breakdown
| One-bedroom apartment | 1× | $433 – $565 ₫11M – ₫15M | $433 – $565 ₫11M – ₫15M |
| Street food meal | 30× | $2 ₫50K – ₫53K | $57 – $59 ₫2M |
| Mid-range restaurant meal | 20× | $9 – $11 ₫242K – ₫300K | $184 – $229 ₫5M – ₫6M |
| Specialty coffee | 20× | $2 ₫43K – ₫49K | $32 – $38 ₫853K – ₫982K |
| Groceries | 1× | $170 – $171 ₫5M | $170 – $171 ₫5M |
| Coworking space | 1× | $84 – $228 ₫2M – ₫6M | $84 – $228 ₫2M – ₫6M |
| Home internet | 1× | $7 – $9 ₫189K – ₫248K | $7 – $9 ₫189K – ₫248K |
| Mobile data plan | 1× | $5 – $6 ₫145K – ₫153K | $5 – $6 ₫145K – ₫153K |
| Scooter rental | 1× | $68 – $94 ₫2M | $68 – $94 ₫2M |
| Fuel | 1× | $28 – $30 ₫750K – ₫800K | $28 – $30 ₫750K – ₫800K |
| Ride-hailing | 4× | $2 ₫45K – ₫65K | $7 – $10 ₫180K – ₫260K |
| Gym / yoga membership | 1× | $21 – $28 ₫555K – ₫732K | $21 – $28 ₫555K – ₫732K |
| Massage / spa session | 3× | $14 – $17 ₫375K – ₫450K | $43 – $51 ₫1M |
| Weekend trips & outings | 1× | $76 – $85 ₫2M | $76 – $85 ₫2M |
| Water | 1× | $6 – $8 ₫150K – ₫200K | $6 – $8 ₫150K – ₫200K |
| Laundry | 1× | $17 – $19 ₫450K – ₫500K | $17 – $19 ₫450K – ₫500K |
Last updated: September 2026 • Based on 12 data points
Related Countries
Track spending in any currency, split costs with travel partners, and stay on budget
