Cost of Living in Dalat, Vietnam
Dalat is a city in Vietnam, where a single person can expect to spend about $520 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $284 per month, or $254 outside the centre. Internet is fast at around 164 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Dalat scores 78/100 — generally safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 78°F and winter highs around 75°F, with roughly 209 sunny days a year.
Dalat Cost of Living Breakdown
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Dalat
How Dalat Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Dalat is cheaper than 98% of them, but sits in the bottom 8% for healthcare.
| Metric | Dalat | World rank | Rank in Asia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $520 | #7 of 340 | #6 of 65 |
| Safety | 78/100 | #69 of 340 | #14 of 65 |
| Healthcare | 38/100 | #316 of 340 | #60 of 65 |
| Internet speed | 164 Mbps | #170 of 340 | #28 of 65 |
| Walkability | 48/100 | #218 of 340 | #38 of 65 |
| Public transit | 18/100 | #264 of 340 | #46 of 65 |
| Food scene | 82/100 | #79 of 340 | #32 of 65 |
| Air quality | 85/100 | #114 of 340 | #12 of 65 |
Rank 1 = most affordable, safest, and so on. Computed across every city in Voyica's dataset (June 2026 snapshot); ties share a rank.
Dalat FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Dalat?
A single person should budget around $520 per month in Dalat, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs.
How much is rent in Dalat?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Dalat averages $284 per month, dropping to about $254 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $632.
Is Dalat safe?
Dalat scores 78/100 on safety, which is generally safe. Tourist safety is rated 82/100.
How fast is the internet in Dalat?
Median download speeds in Dalat are around 164 Mbps — fast for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 28 coworking spaces in the city.
Does Vietnam offer a digital nomad visa?
Vietnam does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders can usually stay 90 days visa-free.
What is the weather like in Dalat?
Dalat sees summer highs around 78°F and winter highs near 75°F, with about 209 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 95 days.
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