City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Ho Chi Minh City vs Jeddah — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Ho Chi Minh City
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 22.2 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Ho Chi Minh City.
Jeddah
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 27 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Jeddah.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Ho Chi Minh City | Jeddah | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $764 | $601 | +$163 |
| Groceries | $406 | $428 | $22 |
| Dining Out | $94 | $223 | $129 |
| Transportation | $14 | $45 | $31 |
| Utilities | $108 | $113 | $5 |
| Other / Misc | $114 | $90 | +$24 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Ho Chi Minh City
$1,500
per month
Jeddah equivalent
$1,824
per month
You'd need $1,824/mo in Jeddah to match $1,500/mo in Ho Chi Minh City.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Ho Chi Minh City on $1,500/month?
Living in Ho Chi Minh City on $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Budget allocates ~$764 to rent, $406 to groceries, $94 to dining.
Can I live in Jeddah on $1,500/month?
In Jeddah, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $601 rent, $428 groceries, $223 dining.
Is Ho Chi Minh City or Jeddah cheaper?
Ho Chi Minh City is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Ho Chi Minh City 22.2 vs Jeddah 27 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Ho Chi Minh City worth in Jeddah?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Ho Chi Minh City equals ~$1,824/mo in Jeddah using COL adjustment.