Hoi An vs Kampala: cost of living for digital nomads
Hoi An, Vietnam and Kampala, Uganda, 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
- Hoi An is about 4% cheaper than Kampala for a month of nomad living ($990 vs $1,035).
- Hoi An scores higher on safety (8/10 vs 5/10).
- Internet is faster in Hoi An: 100 Mbps typical against 80 Mbps.
- Both have a tropical climate.
Hoi An wins 5 of the measured lines; Kampala wins 1.
Frequently asked questions
Which city is cheaper, Hoi An or Kampala?
Hoi An is cheaper: about $990/month against $1,035/month in Kampala, roughly 4% less for a typical remote worker's budget.
Which city is safer, Hoi An or Kampala?
Hoi An scores higher on safety: 8/10 against 5/10 for Kampala.
Which has faster internet, Hoi An or Kampala?
Hoi An has faster typical internet: 100 Mbps against 80 Mbps in Kampala.
| Line | Hoi An | Kampala |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly total (USD) | $990 | $1,035 |
| Rent | $400 | $400 |
| Food | $280 | $290 |
| Transport | $40 | $30 |
| Coworking | $80 | $80 |
| Safety (out of 10) | 8/10 | 5/10 |
| Internet (Mbps) | 100 | 80 |
| Climate | tropical | tropical |
| City size | small | metro |
| Setting | coast | inland |
| Nomad score (out of 10) | 8/10 | 5/10 |
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): Hoi An September 10, 2026, Kampala September 11, 2026.