Alexandria vs Hanoi: cost of living for digital nomads
Alexandria, Egypt and Hanoi, Vietnam, line by line from the catalogue: what a month costs, rent, food, coworking, safety and internet. Every figure links back to its source on the city page.
The short version
- Alexandria is about 18% cheaper than Hanoi for a month of nomad living ($865 vs $1,050).
- Rent is the biggest gap: $330 in Alexandria against $450 in Hanoi.
- Hanoi scores higher on safety (8/10 vs 6/10).
- Internet is faster in Hanoi: 90 Mbps typical against 80 Mbps.
- Alexandria is mediterranean; Hanoi is temperate.
Alexandria wins 5 of the measured lines; Hanoi wins 3.
Frequently asked questions
Which city is cheaper, Alexandria or Hanoi?
Alexandria is cheaper: about $865/month against $1,050/month in Hanoi, roughly 18% less for a typical remote worker's budget.
Which city is safer, Alexandria or Hanoi?
Hanoi scores higher on safety: 8/10 against 6/10 for Alexandria.
Which has faster internet, Alexandria or Hanoi?
Hanoi has faster typical internet: 90 Mbps against 80 Mbps in Alexandria.
| Line | Alexandria | Hanoi |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly total (USD) | $865 | $1,050 |
| Rent | $330 | $450 |
| Food | $250 | $300 |
| Transport | $25 | $40 |
| Coworking | $65 | $90 |
| Safety (out of 10) | 6/10 | 8/10 |
| Internet (Mbps) | 80 | 90 |
| Climate | mediterranean | temperate |
| City size | metro | metro |
| Setting | coast | inland |
| Nomad score (out of 10) | 5/10 | 8/10 |
Costs are typical monthly figures for one person in USD, from the sources named on each city page; safety and internet are the catalogue's own ratings. Cost figures verified (Eastern Time): Alexandria September 11, 2026, Hanoi November 9, 2026.