International Schools in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam | Scholae

Ho Chi Minh City

Name: Ho Chi Minh City
Address: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Vietnam

44 schools27 curricula

Vietnam's economic powerhouse offers expat families dynamic urban living with exceptional value for money. The city boasts the country's best international school selection, modern healthcare facilities, and a thriving expat community concentrated in Districts 1, 2, and 7. While traffic congestion and air quality present challenges, the vibrant street life, incredible food scene, and tropical climate create an exciting family environment. Cultural diversity, from historic landmarks to modern shopping centers, provides rich experiences. The cost of living allows comfortable lifestyles with domestic help and private schooling remaining affordable. Weekend escapes to beaches, mountains, and cultural sites are easily accessible. The large, well-established expat community offers strong support networks, making integration smoother for newcomer families seeking adventure with convenience.

4/5

Safety

4/5

Quality of Life

4/5

Expat Friendly

$800

Avg Rent/mo

☀️ Climate & Weather

Monthly temperatures, rainfall, and sea conditions

35°C

Hottest (Apr)

22°C

Coolest (Dec)

Sunny days/mo avg

1933mm

Annual rainfall

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💰 Cost of Living

Monthly family budget estimates (USD)

At a Glance

$800

Avg. rent /mo

$3.00

Budget meal

$25

Mid-range dinner (2 ppl)

Dining & Drinks

Cappuccino$2.20

Domestic beer$1.00

Imported beer$2.50

Water (1.5L)$0.40

Groceries

Loaf of bread$1.20

Milk (1L)$1.65

Dozen eggs$1.80

Chicken (1 kg)$3.50

Transport

Taxi flag-drop$0.55

Taxi per km$0.45

Monthly transit pass$8.00

Gasoline (per liter)$1.10

Monthly Bills

Internet$10 /mo

Utilities (avg.)$80 /mo

Gym membership$30 /mo

Domestic help$230 /mo

Preschool / nursery$400 /mo

Comfortable

Modern local apartment in a central district, mix of local and Western dining, motorbike or Grab rides

$3,200/mo

Rent$1,000

Groceries$350

Lifestyle & leisure$200

Transport$100

Utilities$120

Dining out$250

Healthcare$150

School fees (per child)$800

Domestic help$230

Established

Serviced apartment or villa in expat-friendly area like District 2/Thu Duc, regular Western dining, mix of local and international schooling

$6,500/mo

Rent$2,200

Groceries$500

Lifestyle & leisure$400

Transport$200

Utilities$180

Dining out$450

Healthcare$300

School fees (per child)$1,800

Domestic help$470

Premium

Luxury villa or high-end apartment in Thao Dien or District 1, premium international school, driver and full-time help

$13,000/mo

Rent$4,500

Groceries$800

Lifestyle & leisure$800

Transport$400

Utilities$250

Dining out$700

Healthcare$500

School fees (per child)$4,000

Domestic help$1,050

Ho Chi Minh City is one of Southeast Asia's most affordable major cities for expats, though international school fees represent the largest expense. Local food and transport are extremely cheap, while imported goods and Western-style housing cost more.