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Cost Of Living In Vietnam

The cost of living in Vietnam is very likely much cheaper than you are used to. City prices will be a little higher but still affordable.


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What Does It Cost To Live In Vietnam?

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Reviewed By Kathleen Peddicord

Kathleen is the Live and Invest Overseas Founding Publisher. She has more than 30 years of hands-on experience traveling, living, and buying property around the world.

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By all accounts, cost of living in Vietnam is very likely much cheaper than you are used to back home.  In the major cities prices will inevitably be a little higher but still very affordable.

Go a little further out and it gets even more inexpensive. However, if you have a larger budget, Vietnam also has luxury accomodations and services.

As expected, rent in the larger cities will take up a considerable portion of your budget but often includes maid and laundry service and is still cheaper than many other cities.

One of the best deals in Vietnam is the food.  There are restaurants and cafes offering delicious dishes for a few dollars, some even offering free refills of Pho.

Transportation in Vietnam is also a bargain: taxis, buses and local flights are pretty affordable.  If you are feeling adventurous you could rent a motorbike and try your luck at navigating the streets like a local.

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Cost Of Living In Vietnam- FAQs

Vietnam is a cheap place to live. Most things are less than half the price compared to the West, and they can be 5% to 25% cheaper than in the U.S.

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