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Cities/Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City

Vietnam

Vietnam's frenetic southern hub, a motorbike-filled metropolis with French colonial architecture, incredible pho, and a booming economy attracting expats and entrepreneurs.

Population: 9.0M
Avg Income: $ 9K/yr
Avg. Temp: 28°C
Area: 2,096 km²
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23
Very Affordable

#190 of 250

54% below average

Est. Monthly Cost

$ 854

Based on NYC = 100 index


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Cost Breakdown

Monthly average costs by category

Housing

$ 458

per month

Food & Groceries

$ 47

per month

Restaurants

$ 141

per month

Transportation

$ 56

per month

Utilities

$ 76

per month

Entertainment

$ 55

per month

Healthcare

$ 5

per month

Clothing

$ 16

per month