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 35389 VND (5.18 PLN) for a kilo of onions to 283611 VND (41.5 PLN) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 22172 VND (3.24 PLN) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 29250 VND (4.28 PLN) per half kilo. Bananas cost 25091 VND (3.67 PLN) per kilo, while apples cost 80273 VND (11.75 PLN) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 12769 VND (1.87 PLN). Dairy prices in Vietnam, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 36250 VND (5.3 PLN), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 254846 VND (37.29 PLN). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 87091 VND (12.74 PLN) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 37841 VND (5.54 PLN), and the average price of tomatoes is 31048 VND (4.54 PLN) 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 49380 VND (7.23 PLN), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 13429 VND (1.96 PLN). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 100000 VND (14.63 PLN) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 600000 VND (87.8 PLN). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 50000 VND (7.32 PLN).

How much does transportation cost in Vietnam?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 7000 VND (1.02 PLN), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 135000 VND (19.75 PLN). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 13750 VND (2.01 PLN), along with a per-kilometer charge of 15500 VND (2.27 PLN).

Fuel prices in Vietnam

Average fuel prices in Vietnam are 21147 VND (3.09 PLN) per liter of gasoline and 18345 VND (2.68 PLN) 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 7168180 VND (1049 PLN) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 11900000 VND (1741 PLN) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 108323000 VND (15851 PLN) per square meter.