Southeast Asia 📈Rising

Da Nang for Digital Nomads

Beach city vibes with Vietnam's best infrastructure

Vietnam • Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh (+7)

TL;DR

Da Nang scores 8.1/10 on our Hustle-Free Index. You'll spend around $980/month for a comfortable setup. Da Nang is Vietnam's Goldilocks city—not too big, not too small, with a beach thrown in for good measure. Modern infrastructure, incredibly low costs, and none of the chaos of Hanoi or Saigon. Perfect for corporate escapees and burned-out creatives. It's okay to want both adventure and stability. Here's everything you need to know.

Hustle-Free Index Score

8.1 /10

Based on safety, happiness, and cost of living data

Quick Facts

Monthly Budget	$980 (comfortable)
Visa Situation	45 days visa-free
Internet Speed	80 Mbps avg (Good)
Best For	Corporate escapees, Creatives
Skip If	Need big city energy, Want large expat community
English Level	Basic
Safety	Very Safe (Score: 78/100)

Why Da Nang Works for Freelancers Like You

Da Nang is Vietnam's Goldilocks city—not too big, not too small, with a beach thrown in for good measure. Modern infrastructure, incredibly low costs, and none of the chaos of Hanoi or Saigon. It's where digital nomads go when they want peace with their pho.

"Dragon Bridge breathing fire over the Han River at night"

What Makes It Special

✓ Unbeatable cost of living (sub-$1000 possible)
✓ Beautiful beaches in the city
✓ Modern infrastructure for Vietnam
✓ Safe and clean by regional standards
✓ Central location for Vietnam travel

What It Actually Costs

Comfortable Budget: $980/month

Housing

$400

Coworking

$100

Food

$200

Transport

$50

Fun & Social

$120

Health

$40

Misc

$70

Total

$980

Lean Budget: $620/month ▼

For those who want to stretch their runway. Trade-offs include shared housing, café working instead of coworking, and cooking most meals.

Housing: $240 • Food: $140 • Total: $620

Treat Yourself: $1,650/month ▼

Nice apartment, premium coworking, eating out regularly, and enjoying the city's best experiences.

Housing: $700 • Food: $300 • Total: $1,650

Getting Work Done

WiFi Reality

80 Mbps average • Good reliability • Power: Stable

Café Culture

Excellent café scene for working

Recommended Coworking Spaces

Enouvo Space

Industrial design • Monitor hire • Central

$82/month

ACE Coworking Space

3 floors • Green design • Central

Day passes

Hub Hoi An

24/7 access • Events • Hoi An (nearby)

~$150/month

Visa & Legal Stuff (Don't Panic)

The Quick Answer

You get 45 days visa-free entry .

Business Visa (3-month)

Duration

3 months

Income Required

$0/mo

Cost

$50

Renewability

renewable via border run

Processing

3-5 days

Tax Situation

No tax on foreign income for tourists

Always consult a tax professional for your specific situation.

Living Your Best Sustainable Life

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Expat Community

Medium

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Nomad Scene

Growing

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Local Friendliness

Very Welcoming

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Food Scene

Excellent

Nightlife: Moderate

The Honest Truth

✓ What's Amazing

• Unbeatable cost of living (sub-$1000 possible)
• Beautiful beaches in the city
• Modern infrastructure for Vietnam
• Safe and clean by regional standards

⚠ What's Challenging

• No dedicated DN visa (border runs needed)
• Limited English outside tourist areas
• Smaller nomad community than expected
• Weather can be unpredictable (typhoon season)
• Nightlife limited compared to bigger cities

Skip Da Nang If...

• Need big city energy
• Want large expat community
• Prefer cooler climates

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living for digital nomads in Da Nang? ▼

A comfortable lifestyle in Da Nang costs approximately $980/month. This breaks down to: housing $400, food $200, coworking $100, transport $50, entertainment $120, health $40, and miscellaneous $70.

What visa do digital nomads need for Vietnam? ▼

Vietnam offers 45 days visa-free for most nationalities. There is currently no dedicated digital nomad visa, so most nomads work on tourist visas or do visa runs. Tax note: No tax on foreign income for tourists

How is the internet for remote work in Da Nang? ▼

Da Nang has good internet reliability with average speeds of 80 Mbps. The café culture is excellent, making it easy to work from coffee shops. Power supply is stable.

Is Da Nang safe for digital nomads? ▼

Da Nang is rated as very safe with a safety score of 78/100. Standard urban precautions apply.

What is the digital nomad community like in Da Nang? ▼

The nomad community in Da Nang is growing with a medium expat community. English proficiency is basic, and locals are very welcoming. Nightlife is moderate. The food scene is excellent.

Your Next Step

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How We Calculate the Hustle-Free Index

Our Hustle-Free Index balances three factors that matter most for sustainable freelance life:

Formula: HFI = (Safety Score × Happiness Score) / Cost of Living Index

Safety Score (78/100): From Numbeo Safety Index
Happiness Score (76/100): World Happiness Report + freelancer surveys
Cost of Living Index (32): Numbeo Cost of Living Index

Last updated: 2026-01-03 • Data sources: Numbeo, World Happiness Report, local research