Prices and Cost of Living in Vietnam

Food and beverage prices in Vietnam

Popular food products found on store shelves in Vietnam include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 31826 VND (1.05 EUR) for a kilo of onions to 271214 VND (8.94 EUR) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 25462 VND (0.84 EUR) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 26440 VND (0.87 EUR) per half kilo. Bananas cost 30715 VND (1.01 EUR) per kilo, while apples cost 70636 VND (2.33 EUR) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 12067 VND (0.4 EUR). Dairy prices in Vietnam, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 38155 VND (1.26 EUR), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 305294 VND (10.07 EUR). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 95480 VND (3.15 EUR) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 37133 VND (1.22 EUR), and the average price of tomatoes is 30227 VND (1 EUR) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Vietnam vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 45133 VND (1.49 EUR), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 12796 VND (0.42 EUR). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 120000 VND (3.96 EUR) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 600000 VND (19.79 EUR). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 50000 VND (1.65 EUR).

How much does transportation cost in Vietnam?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 7000 VND (0.23 EUR), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 275000 VND (9.07 EUR). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 18000 VND (0.59 EUR), along with a per-kilometer charge of 16500 VND (0.54 EUR).

Fuel prices in Vietnam

Average fuel prices in Vietnam are 21563 VND (0.71 EUR) per liter of gasoline and 19524 VND (0.64 EUR) per liter of diesel.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Vietnam?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Vietnam varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 7869940 VND (260 EUR) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 13941700 VND (460 EUR) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 103289000 VND (3406 EUR) per square meter.