Da Nang vs Ho Chi Minh City — Cost of Living Comparison 2026
Which city is cheaper, safer, and better for remote workers? Here's the data.
Da Nang
Vietnam
COL Index
31
very affordable
Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam
COL Index
35
affordable
NoodlePants Verdict — generated from live data
Da Nang edges out Ho Chi Minh City on affordability with a NoodlePants COL Index of 31.2 vs 35 (very affordable vs affordable). Da Nang scores higher on safety (70/100), and Ho Chi Minh City wins on internet at ~110 Mbps. Overall, Da Nang takes the Nomad Score crown with 79/100 — best for budget nomad and beach lovers.
Metric
Da Nang
Ho Chi Minh City
Avg Rent 1BR (city centre)
$420
$620
Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)
$280
$380
NoodlePants COL Index
31
35
Safety Score
70/100
60/100
Internet Speed
95 Mbps
110 Mbps
Nomad Score
79/100
76/100
Healthcare Score
60/100
62/100
Digital Nomad Visa
Not available
Not available
Who is each city for?
Ho Chi Minh City is better for…
City loversFoodiesNightlifeRemote worker
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