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Phan Rang, Vietnam
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$773
Retiree Score
55.0
Safety Index
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Healthcare
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Living in Vietnam's driest city isn't for everyone. With only a third of Vietnam's average rainfall and scorching temperatures hovering around 28°C (82°F), Phan Rang-Thap Cham tests your heat tolerance. The coastal city of 207,998 residents balances between its ancient Cham heritage and modern development, sitting 330km northeast of Ho Chi Minh City.

The economy runs on a mix of fishing, agriculture, and industry. While the 10km coastline supports a robust seafood sector and grape vineyards thrive in the arid climate, the brutal dry season stretches from December through August. Trade and services dominate, generating over 29 trillion VND annually, but infrastructure remains basic compared to Vietnam's major metros.

Can I afford Phan Rang?

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Phan Rang

You could save

2,227/mo

Savings Rate74%

Monthly Costs

Rent $342
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$431

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
74/100
Retiree Score
(i)
55/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
50/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Vietnam Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
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Safety
0
Healthcare
100
Walkability
50
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) $1
Bread (loaf) *$1
Eggs (12) $1
Rice (1kg) *$1
Chicken (1kg) *$4

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$3
Meal (Mid-range) $38
Cappuccino $1
Water (0.33L) *$0

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $43
Mobile Plan (mo) $6
Gym (mo) *$13
Cinema Ticket $2

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $273
1BR Outside (mo) *$211
3BR Center (mo) $182
3BR Outside (mo) *$438

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
low
Expat Community
medium
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🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
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Temperature
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Annual Rainfall
710 mm
Coworking Spaces
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Best Months to Visit
May, Jun, Jul, Aug

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions about Phan Rang

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Phan Rang has a population of approximately 167,400 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $854 per month in Phan Rang, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $342/month.

The nearest airport to Phan Rang is CXR, approximately 54km away.

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