Japan vs Vietnam: Which Is Cheaper?

Japan — Tokyo
Japan
Vietnam — Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam
Quick answer: Vietnam is cheaper than Japan for everyday living — about $771 versus $1,457 a month, roughly 47% less. On other factors, Japan is safer and Vietnam has faster internet.

Vietnam is the cheaper country overall — about 47% less than Japan, or roughly $771 versus $1,457 a month for a single person (population-weighted across 6 and 7 cities). A city-centre one-bedroom averages $534 in Vietnam against $936 in Japan. Japan rates higher on safety (84 vs 69/100). Internet is faster in Vietnam (269 vs 229 Mbps). Healthcare scores 79 vs 60/100, favouring Japan.

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