Verdict: Da Nang is 25% cheaper — saving you $192/month ($2,304/year)
Da Nang ($575/mo)
Ho Chi Minh City ($767/mo)
1BR Apartment (Center)
$350
$500
1BR Apartment (Outside)
$200
$280
Cheap Meal
$2
$2
Mid-Range Meal
$7
$8
Transit Pass
$10
$15
Utilities
$45
$60
Internet
$10
$12
Groceries
$100
$120
CategoryDa NangHo Chi Minh CityDifference
1BR Apartment (Center)$350$500$-150
1BR Apartment (Outside)$200$280$-80
Cheap Meal$2$2
Mid-Range Meal$7$8$-1
Transit Pass$10$15$-5
Utilities$45$60$-15
Internet$10$12$-2
Groceries$100$120$-20
Total Estimated$575$767$192 (25%)

Safety Index

Da Nang: 70/100

Ho Chi Minh City: 58/100

Average Monthly Salary

Da Nang: $600

Ho Chi Minh City: $800

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Da Nang cheaper than Ho Chi Minh City?

Da Nang is approximately 25% cheaper.Da Nang costs around $575/month vs Ho Chi Minh City at $767/month. That is a saving of $192/month ($2,304/year).

Which city has cheaper rent — Da Nang or Ho Chi Minh City?

Da Nang has cheaper rent.Da Nang charges $350/month for a city-center 1BR, while Ho Chi Minh City is $500/month.

Which city is safer — Da Nang or Ho Chi Minh City?

Da Nang is safer, with a safety index of 70/100 vs 58/100.