Is Ha Dong Expensive?

Hanoi, Vietnam

-22% vs Hanoi avg

Living in Ha Dong, Hanoi

Ha Dong is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Hanoi, with a cost of living index of 18.8 — that is -22% compared to the Hanoi average. Ranked #17 of 19, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around ₫8,775,000/month, compared to a range of ₫8,100,000 in Thanh Tri to ₫14,062,500 in Hoan Kiem (Old Quarter).

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Ha Dong, housing takes up roughly 28% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 18%, while transportation costs around 10%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately ₫351,000,000 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Ha Dong

Salaries in Ha Dong reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 18.8:

After tax and deductions of 24.9% in Vietnam, take-home pay for someone earning ₫351,000,000 would be roughly ₫263,601,000/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

18.8
COLI Index
0.78x
vs City Avg
₫8,775,000
Est. 1BR Rent
#17
of 19 Areas
24.9%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Ha Dong

Estimated annual deductions on a ₫352,500,000 salary in Ha Dong, Hanoi (local employee).

Income Tax
14%
Social + Health + Unemployment
10.5%
Total Deductions: 24.9%
Est. Take-Home: ₫264,787,500/yr

Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Ha Dong would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $14,100
London GBP £12,134
Dubai AED AED 70,553

Other Neighborhoods in Hanoi

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Hoan Kiem (Old Quarter) 30.1 1.25x +25%
Tay Ho (West Lake) 29.4 1.22x +22%
Ba Dinh 28.4 1.18x +18%
Tay Ho Tay 27.7 1.15x +15%
Hai Ba Trung 26.0 1.08x +8%

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Compare Ha Dong

Ha Dong vs Gia Lam Ha Dong vs Thanh Tri

Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Ha Dong:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ha Dong expensive in Hanoi?

Ha Dong is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Hanoi. It costs about -22% less than the city average, ranking #17 out of 19 neighborhoods.

How does Ha Dong compare to the Hanoi average?

The cost of living in Ha Dong is well below the Hanoi average. With a multiplier of 0.78x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -22% compared to the city baseline.

Data Sources: Cost of living indices based on crowd-sourced price data and official statistics. Tax calculations follow 2026 rates. Sources include OECD Better Life Index. Figures are estimates and may vary based on individual circumstances.