Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

In 2026, a single person living in Ho Chi Minh City needs approximately VND 20,399,276/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around VND 39,943,653/month. Ho Chi Minh City is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Ho Chi Minh City costs approximately VND 13,979,472/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around VND 25,808,256/month. Rent has changed +3.2% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Ho Chi Minh City are approximately VND 4,516,445 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Ho Chi Minh City costs VND 344,110 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Ho Chi Minh City average VND 914,042 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Ho Chi Minh City is located in Vietnam (Asia). With a 1-bed rent of VND 13,979,472/month and total single-person expenses around VND 20,399,276/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Ho Chi Minh City costs approximately VND 80,651 in 2026. Budget around VND 645,206/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Ho Chi Minh City from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 22.2% over this period (from VND 11,440,000 in 2022 to VND 13,979,472 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Ho Chi Minh City in 2026, a single person needs approximately VND 20,399,276/month. This covers rent (VND 13,979,472), groceries (VND 4,516,445), transport (VND 344,110), utilities (VND 914,042) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around VND 39,943,653/month.