An American expat living in Da Nang with his Filipina girlfriend details their monthly budget of $750, covering all expenses. Rent for a two-bedroom beachfront condo in the My Khe area is $550, including utilities and internet. Food costs for the couple average $200 per month, achieved by eating local Vietnamese meals five nights a week and Western food twice a week, with breakfast often skipped. Transportation is minimal, with most trips on foot and occasional Grab rides costing about $25 monthly. The couple does not have health insurance, instead setting aside a budgeted amount for affordable Vietnamese healthcare. Nightlife is inexpensive, focusing on beach walks, street markets, and the Dragon Bridge, with no alcohol or club expenses. The video emphasizes that eating out locally is as cheap as cooking, and that the biggest budget variable is lifestyle choices like drinking and massages. The summary provides a practical breakdown for couples or individuals considering a low-cost expat life in Da Nang.
Key Facts
- $550 per month for a two-bedroom beachfront condo in My Khe, including utilities and internet
- $200 per month for food for two people, eating out mostly local meals
- $5 per month for a phone plan with 7GB data per day (210GB per month)
- $25 per month for transportation (mostly walking, occasional Grab rides)
- Total monthly budget of $750 for two people, with 70% going to rent
