Cost of Living in Vietnam

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₹74,781

Average cost per month

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Distribution of Expenses

Property
54%
Groceries
26%
Eating Out
7%
Transportation
1%
Utilities
8%
Leisure
4%
Property
54%
Groceries
26%
Eating Out
7%
Transportation
1%
Utilities
8%
Leisure
4%

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Rice terraces & limestone bays

Manufacturing boom; energetic

Cost of living breakdown for Vietnam

Living costs in Vietnam can vary. You can expect to spend around ₹74,781 per month for 1 person as of 2026, on common living costs such as housing, food, and transport.

Housing

₹37.336Average rent per month in Vietnam
₹341.357Price per m² (city centre)
₹174.260Price per m² (outside centre)
Housing

Standard of Living

Cost of living index19
Quality of life index41
Safety index66
Standard of Living

Food & Drink

Vietnam average costs for food and drink.

₹17.695Monthly groceries/person
₹4.732Dining out average cost/person
₹153Regular coffee
Food & Drink

Salary & Services

Vietnam average salaries and services.

₹38.389Average Monthly Net Salary in Vietnam
₹723Transport
Healthcare62
Salary & Services

Average living costs in Vietnam

ItemAverage pricePrice range
1 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month₹37,362.91₹23,301.89 - ₹57,811.51
1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month₹24,493.61₹14,452.88 - ₹36,132.19
3 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month₹79,873.17₹43,358.63 - ₹1,26,462.68
3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month₹52,203.84₹32,518.97 - ₹90,330.49

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Frequently asked questions

The cost of living in Vietnam depends on your lifestyle and location. On average, a single person needs ₹37,445 per month without rent, while a family of four requires ₹1,51,207. Renting a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre costs an additional ₹37,363 on average.

Public transport prices vary, but generally, a one-way ticket for local transport in Vietnam costs ₹29. If you are commuting regularly, a monthly pass is typically priced at ₹723.

The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Vietnam is currently ₹38,389.

Dining costs depend on your choices. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant in Vietnam costs approximately ₹181, while a three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs around ₹1,806.

The estimated monthly cost of living in Vietnam for a single person is ₹37,445, excluding rent.

For a family of four living in Vietnam, the estimated monthly costs are ₹1,51,207, not including rent.

Rent prices in Vietnam depend on location. The average monthly rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in a city centre is ₹37,363, compared to ₹24,494 outside the centre. For a 3-bedroom apartment, the average is ₹79,873 in city centres and ₹52,204 in suburban areas.

Basic utilities in Vietnam (including electricity, heating, cooling, water, and garbage for an 85m² apartment) cost an average of ₹6,727 per month. Internet access typically adds another ₹850.