City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Hanoi vs Davao — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Hanoi
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 18 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Hanoi.
Davao
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 14 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Davao.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Hanoi | Davao | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $701 | $482 | +$219 |
| Groceries | $462 | $548 | $86 |
| Dining Out | $93 | $165 | $72 |
| Transportation | $15 | $27 | $12 |
| Utilities | $124 | $206 | $82 |
| Other / Misc | $105 | $72 | +$33 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Hanoi
$1,500
per month
Davao equivalent
$1,167
per month
Only $1,167/mo in Davao matches $1,500/mo in Hanoi — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Hanoi on $1,500/month?
Living in Hanoi on $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Budget allocates ~$701 to rent, $462 to groceries, $93 to dining.
Can I live in Davao on $1,500/month?
In Davao, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $482 rent, $548 groceries, $165 dining.
Is Hanoi or Davao cheaper?
Davao is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Hanoi 18 vs Davao 14 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Hanoi worth in Davao?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Hanoi equals ~$1,167/mo in Davao using COL adjustment.