Da Nang
Vietnam
6/6
Budget$850
Internet145 Mbps
Vibe9/10
Side-by-side city decision
Da Nang vs Phnom Penh.
A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit.
Da NangVietnam6/6
VS
Phnom PenhCambodia0/6
$850Da Nang monthly budget
$925Phnom Penh monthly budget
145 MbpsDa Nang internet
45 MbpsPhnom Penh internet
Decision summary
Da Nang
Da Nang leads on more of the six headline signals.
Cost
Best budget
Da Nang
Speed
Fastest internet
Da Nang
Vibe
Best nomad vibe
Da Nang
Safety
Highest safety
Da Nang
Air
Cleanest air
Da Nang
Walk
Most walkable
Da Nang
Quick read
Two cities at a glance
The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison.
Phnom Penh
Cambodia
0/6
Budget$925
Internet45 Mbps
Vibe7/10
Full comparison
Compare what matters
Green marks the stronger numeric result. Text-only categories are presented without a winner.
Monthly budget and costs
7 signalsMetricDa NangPhnom Penh
Total estimated budget
$850
$925
1-bed center rent
$410
$450
Coworking desk
$105
$110
Local meal
$2.1
$3
Cappuccino
$1.9
$2.4
Gym membership
$28
$38
Transport budget
$55
$55
Work and infrastructure
2 signalsMetricDa NangPhnom Penh
Internet speed
145 Mbps
45 Mbps
Nomad vibe
9/10
7/10
Quality of life
5 signalsMetricDa NangPhnom Penh
Safety index
72/100
57/100
Air quality
72/100
53/100
Walkability
6/10
5/10
Female safety
8/10
6/10
LGBTQ+ friendly
6/10
6/10
Culture and climate
4 signalsMetricDa NangPhnom Penh
Healthcare quality
Good
Average
English proficiency
Average
Average
Climate type
Tropical monsoon
Tropical monsoon
Best time to visit
Feb - May
Nov - Feb
Beyond the numbers
What each city asks you to trade
Costs and scores help narrow the choice. These practical strengths and limitations finish the picture.
Da Nang
Vietnam
Strengths
- Low everyday costs with strong value for modern apartments
- Long sandy beach and easy access to outdoor activities
- Fast, affordable fiber internet and plentiful cafés
- Large, welcoming remote-worker and expat community
- Generally safe atmosphere with low violent crime
- Excellent Vietnamese food at very affordable prices
Trade-offs
- Heavy rain, flooding, and occasional typhoons in autumn
- Scooter traffic can be intimidating for new arrivals
- Tap water is not suitable for drinking
- English drops off outside tourism and expat-oriented areas
- Sidewalks are often blocked by parking and street businesses
- Air quality can worsen during regional burning periods
Common visa routes
- 90-day multiple-entry e-visa
- 45-day visa exemption for eligible nationalities
- Business or work visa with employer sponsorship
Phnom Penh
Cambodia
Strengths
- Low everyday costs compared with many regional capitals
- Large and established international community
- English is widely used in central expat areas
- Affordable local food and international dining
- Convenient ride-hailing through Grab and PassApp
- Long-stay visa extensions are relatively accessible
Trade-offs
- Hot, humid weather for much of the year
- Traffic, uneven sidewalks, and limited pedestrian infrastructure
- Petty theft and phone-snatching require vigilance
- Tap water is not safe to drink
- Air quality can worsen during the dry season
- Healthcare is adequate but limited for complex treatment
Common visa routes
- Tourist Visa (T), typically 30 days and extendable once
- Ordinary Visa (E), extendable through approved agents for longer stays
- Business Extension of Stay (EB), for eligible workers and business travelers
Reading the result
Use this as a planning benchmark
The headline score compares six directional signals. It does not weight personal priorities, visa eligibility, household size or individual lifestyle choices.
Costs are monthly estimates, not guaranteed prices.
Higher is better for quality scores and connectivity.
Lower is better for budgets and individual expenses.