Da Nang Cost of Living: 2026 Budget Guide for Expats & Nomads

Da Nang Homes

9:18 min 2025-11-19 114

House and Apartment Rental Tour - Da Nang, Vietnam

Blake from Da Nang Homes leads a practical walkthrough of several rental properties in Da Nang, Vietnam, catering to the specific needs of expats and long-term residents. The tour begins with a spacious four-bedroom, three-story house priced at 25 million VND, featuring a river-view patio and significant closet space. The footage continues with a more modern four-bedroom house for 20 million VND, ...

MarkeizEatsVietnam

4:36 min 2025-11-18 144

Hanoi vs Saigon vs Da Nang — Which City Fits YOU?

Markeiz provides a practical comparison of Vietnam's three major cities—Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and Da Nang—tailored for expats and digital nomads. While Saigon is highlighted as the premier hub for business, social networking, and dating with a massive foreign population, it is noted for its chaotic traffic and noise. Hanoi is presented as the cultural and artsy capital, offering proximity to no...

Americans Living Abroad

8:02 min 2025-11-16 4,473

57 year-old American lives the perfect retirement in Da Nang Vietnam - $350mo Apt @reneekostermans

A 57-year-old American artist shares her experience retiring in Da Nang, Vietnam, on a budget of $800–$850 per month. She rents a one-bedroom apartment with an art studio for $350, found via Facebook Marketplace after three weeks of searching. Monthly expenses include $200 for dining out and coffee and $200 for groceries. She uses Grab rideshares costing about $1.50 for 20-minute trips and walks f...

Nomadic Klaudia

10:43 min 2025-11-15 1,312

Is Vietnam Still CHEAP in 2026? Real Monthly Costs in Da Nang

A detailed breakdown of monthly living expenses in Da Nang, Vietnam, based on the creator's actual spending in 2025. The video covers rent for a studio apartment near the beach at $300 per month plus $60 for utilities, with weekly cleaning and a rooftop gym included. Groceries run about $200 monthly, with local products significantly cheaper than imported goods. Eating out ranges from $120 for loc...

Mai Abundant | Expat Mom Canada → Vietnam

10:14 min 2025-11-15 52

Da Nang vs Saigon for Expats 🇻🇳 Which City Costs More in 2026?

Canadian-Hmong expat mom Mai compares the cost of living between Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) and Da Nang for singles and families in 2026. Housing is the biggest expense: a family-friendly three-bedroom in Saigon costs $1,200–$2,000+, while Mai pays under $800 for a similar beachside apartment in Da Nang. Local street food remains cheap ($1.50–$2.50) citywide, but imported groceries in Saigon are no...

2 Tickets One Adventure

19:22 min 2025-11-15 716

$540/Month in Vietnam… NOT in Da Nang 🇻🇳🔥

A couple living in a village between Da Nang and Hoi An provides a detailed tour of their one-bedroom apartment, which costs a flat $540 per month including all utilities. The apartment features a separate living room, kitchen, king-size bedroom, walk-in balcony, and generous storage space. They explain they chose this location over popular expat areas like My Khe Beach because they wanted more sp...

Tom Travels

12:27 min 2025-11-14 848

Is Da Nang Still Cheap in 2025?

Tom provides a detailed cost-of-living breakdown for Da Nang in 2025, covering rent, restaurants, groceries, coffee, fitness, transport, and leisure. He finds that a comfortable monthly budget ranges from $1,000 to $1,500, with rent for a decent apartment costing $300–$600. Local Vietnamese meals cost around $4–$5, while Western dining runs $15–$20. Groceries at Go Da Nang hypermarket run about $6...

Alvaro & Silvia

8:16 min 2025-11-13 542

We Moved! Upgrading Our Apartment in Da Nang for HALF the Price

A digital nomad couple moved to a new apartment in Da Nang, cutting their rent from $465 to $285 per month while gaining better amenities. Located in the same beachside neighborhood, the new unit offers a sofa, in-unit laundry machine, balcony, improved internet, and more natural light—features that better support their remote work and daily routine. Downsides include a smaller bathroom, construct...

Americans Living Abroad

8:31 min 2025-11-09 1,944

I Couldn’t Afford $1,600 Health Insurance — Vietnam Changed My Life

Jarrett Holmes describes his move from the United States to Da Nang, Vietnam, citing unaffordable health insurance ($1,600/month) in the US as a key driver. He sold most of his possessions and relocated with $5,000 in savings plus an online income. In Da Nang, he rents a large studio apartment for $450/month with utilities at $53. He estimates saving 60-80% on most expenses, including food deliver...

The Dufresnes

54:33 min 2025-11-09 606

14 Reasons Why We Chose to Live in Da Nang Vietnam

This video presents the perspective of a family of four with dogs who relocated from Costa Rica to Da Nang and share 14 reasons for their choice. They highlight the city's blend of beach access and urban amenities, emphasizing the ease of balancing work and leisure. Safety is noted as a standout feature, with the family feeling secure allowing their teenage sons to explore independently. The cost ...

Mai Abundant | Expat Mom Canada → Vietnam

9:20 min 2025-11-08 19

Vietnam in 2026 🇻🇳 How Much does it REALLY Cost | Daily Budget

Mai Abundant, a Canadian expat living in Da Nang, provides a detailed breakdown of daily expenses for a family of four during a birthday celebration. The day includes visits to local cafes for specialty coffee and a meal of Mi Quang, a central Vietnamese noodle staple, costing approximately $8 USD for the entire family. Practical logistics are highlighted through the use of Grab for transportation...

The Evan Eh! 🇨🇦 Show

24:57 min 2025-11-06 19,862

I live in Da Nang Vietnam for $600/MONTH rent - Take a look inside my apartment

A retired American veteran from Colorado shares his experience living in Da Nang, Vietnam, for about two months. He rents a one-bedroom, two-bathroom condo in a new building near the Dragon Bridge for $600 per month. The apartment features a full-size fridge, microwave, burner top, washer, walk-in closet, and a balcony with views of the city, Dragon Bridge, My Khe Beach, Marble Mountains, and Cham...

The Do Family Adventures | Life in Vietnam

11:03 min 2025-11-05 431

Moving to Danang, Vietnam - Our First Days as a Family of 4

The Do family shares their deeply personal and logistical journey of moving from Romania to Da Nang as a family of four. After a year of meticulous planning, including legalizing documents and selling their home, the family documents their first 48 hours in the city. The narrative covers practical first steps such as staying at the Hadana Boutique Hotel, chosen for its pool and proximity to family...

Tom Travels

14:32 min 2025-11-04 633

Apartment Hunting in Da Nang Vietnam

A realistic apartment hunting experience in Da Nang, Vietnam, during the wet season, showcasing seven apartments priced between $300 and $500 per month. The video emphasizes practical tips: always check noise levels near busy roads, test mattress firmness, and ensure windows are insulated. It warns that rooftop pools and gyms may be unusable in rainy weather, and that agents often show unoccupied ...

The Evan Eh! 🇨🇦 Show

39:24 min 2025-11-02 800

These Canadians Live the perfect Retirement in Da Nang Vietnam

A Canadian couple who spent seven years building a life and vacation rental business in Costa Rica share their journey of relocating to Da Nang, Vietnam, with their two teenage sons and four Chihuahuas. After a year in Bangkok, where they found the city too crowded and expensive, they traveled overland through Cambodia to Vietnam. They chose Da Nang for its balance of city amenities and beach acce...

Gone Adrift

9:44 min 2025-11-01 539

My First and Last Time in DA NANG

A reflective travelogue from a Western traveler who found Da Nang physically impressive but emotionally underwhelming. The video contrasts the city's excellent infrastructure, clean beaches, and budget-friendly pricing with a perceived lack of warmth from locals, which the creator attributes to the lingering trauma of the Vietnam War. Key highlights include the Dragon Bridge weekend fire show, des...

Mai Abundant | Expat Mom Canada → Vietnam

10:52 min 2025-11-01 59

I Didn’t Expect This at a Vietnam Hospital… The REAL Cost 🇻🇳【Real Expat Truths】

Living in Da Nang, Vietnam, offers expat families a remarkably fast and affordable healthcare system compared to Canada and the US. Walk-in clinics and hospitals see patients within 15-30 minutes without referrals. A full doctor visit costs $10-40 USD, an ultrasound $25, and blood work $20-30, with same-day results and on-site pharmacy. Even an emergency pediatric visit with ultrasound, blood work...

The Evan Eh! 🇨🇦 Show

36:35 min 2025-10-28 507

Should I Retire in Vietnam or Thailand?

An expat interview comparing retirement and long-term living in Da Nang, Vietnam versus Jomtien, Thailand. The conversation covers cost of living, community dynamics, housing options, and lifestyle differences. Da Nang is noted for its strong coworking culture, frequent meetups, and a younger, more work-focused expat community, while Jomtien offers a more relaxed, family-oriented vibe with less in...

Americans Living Abroad

14:49 min 2025-10-26 9,207

I Feel Happier in Da Nang, Vietnam Than in the U.S. - Here's Why (Interview w/@WhatSusanDoes)

Susan, a former software consultant from Santa Monica, describes how moving to Da Nang, Vietnam, transformed her life after corporate burnout. She discovered a sustainable lifestyle where a monthly budget of $500–$1,500 covers furnished serviced apartments, $1 market lunches, and free or low-cost community events like sound baths and beach meetups. Daily life revolves around walking to sunrise on ...

The Evan Eh! 🇨🇦 Show

20:32 min 2025-10-24 1,155

42 year old Retired Early in Da Nang Vietnam (Daily Budget)

A retired early expat in Da Nang, Vietnam, shares his monthly budget of $650-800, covering housing, food, and incidentals. He lives in a two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment in the An Thuong neighborhood, one block from My Khe Beach, for $480 per month, including utilities and internet. His food budget is $150-250 per month, with meals at local spots like Grandma's Kitchen costing around $2-3. He w...

Steven & Elaine's Adventures

23:32 min 2025-10-22

🏙️ Renting in Vietnam 🇻🇳 Expat Guide - Da Nang | How We Pay Rent, Talk to Agents & Prevent Mold

This video provides a detailed walkthrough of a one-bedroom apartment in the Son Tra neighborhood of Da Nang, rented for 11.2 million VND (about $425 USD) per month on a six-month lease. The apartment includes a pool, a fully stocked kitchen with an induction stove and washing machine, a glass-enclosed shower, a king-sized bed, and a city view with a peekaboo ocean vista. The creators explain how ...

Evan Eh! 🇨🇦

22:35 min 2025-10-22 6,057

Why YOU should NEVER RETIRE in Vietnam 9 Reasons

Evan Eh! provides a candid assessment of the realities of retiring in Vietnam, moving beyond the idealized 'living like a king' narrative often seen on social media. The discussion centers on nine critical challenges, including permanent culture shock, the complexities of navigating a non-Western healthcare system, and the inherent instability of visa regulations. He highlights the logistical hurd...

Thinh’s Adventures

7:01 min 2025-10-22 121

Why Are so Many Locals Leaving Da Nang — Vietnam's The Most Liveable City

This observational documentary explores why 15,000 locals have left Da Nang despite its reputation as Vietnam's most liveable city since its tourism boom in 2016. Land prices surged 350% while wages rose only 40%, creating an affordability crisis that pushes working-class residents out. The film profiles two locals: Tien, a young waiter earning $200/month who abandoned university to support his fi...

Mai Abundant | Expat Mom Canada → Vietnam

8:05 min 2025-10-22 37

Da Nang or Nha Trang? We Lived in Both — Here’s the Truth (2026)

A Canadian expat mom recounts her family's move from Nha Trang to Da Nang, Vietnam, after initially settling in Nha Trang for its safety, stable weather, and beachfront lifestyle. They rented a two-bedroom oceanfront apartment for 20 million VND per month and enjoyed simple routines, but found Nha Trang too small for long-term growth, with limited children's activities and community options. Decid...

Vagabond Awake

24:32 min 2025-10-22 2,055

75-Year-Old Retires in Vietnam's Middle-Class after Homeless in USA

Richard, a 75-year-old US veteran, recounts his journey from homelessness in the United States to a comfortable middle-class retirement in Da Lat, Vietnam. After five years living in a van, he relocated in 2023 with $2,000 and now lives on his $1,800 monthly Social Security. His rent of $300 includes utilities and Wi-Fi. A seven-day hospital stay for broken ribs and a lung embolism cost just $75 w...