Vietnam
Live cost-of-living data across 4 cities in Vietnam — average cost index 11/100 (New York = 100), ranging from 7 to 16. Sourced by AI, refreshed regularly.
Cost of living by city in Vietnam
Ranked cheapest first. Cost index anchored to New York = 100.
Frequently asked questions
Is Vietnam cheap to live in?
Across 4 cities in Vietnam, the average cost-of-living index is 11 (New York = 100) — from 7 in Hoi An to 16 in Hanoi. It's meaningfully cheaper than the US and Western Europe.
What is the cheapest city in Vietnam?
Hoi An is the most affordable city we track in Vietnam, with a cost-of-living index of 7 (New York = 100) and a 1-bedroom city-center rent around $400/month.
How much does it cost to live in Vietnam per month?
A single person can live comfortably in the cheaper cities of Vietnam for roughly $140–$196/month. Costs scale up toward Hanoi. See the full city-by-city breakdown above.
Compare Hoi An with anywhere
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