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Side-by-side analysis of your shortlisted locations using live aggregated data from the World Bank and Open-Meteo.
Visualizing 3 destinations across all core metrics. How we score →
Each line is a country. Crossing lines reveal trade-offs between dimensions.
Compare 5-year wealth accumulation across all countries vs. staying home (US)
Compare salary, tax burden, and 5-year savings trajectory across countries
🇻🇳 Vietnam offers the highest 5-year savings potential of $53,355 as a software engineer — factoring in salary, taxes, and cost of living.
How far does your budget stretch in each country?
🇻🇳 Vietnam gives you $2,500/mo surplus at 6x purchasing power — enough for luxury living living.
| Category | 🇰🇼 Kuwait | 🇮🇩 Indonesia | 🇻🇳 Vietnam |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (1BR) | $2,349+57% | $300-80% | $300-80% |
| Groceries | $940+57% | $180-70% | $180-70% |
| Dining Out | $627+57% | $60-85% | $60-85% |
| Transport | $313+57% | $20-90% | $20-90% |
| Utilities | $282+57% | $36-80% | $36-80% |
| Internet | $110+57% | $18-74% | $14-80% |
| Healthcare | $392+57% | $25-90% | $25-90% |
| Monthly Total | $5,013 | $639 | $635 |
Estimates based on single person, moderate lifestyle. Actual costs vary by city and personal spending.
| Category | 🇮🇩 Indonesia | 🇻🇳 Vietnam |
|---|---|---|
| Rent — Studio (City Centre) | $300 | $300 |
| Rent — 1 Bedroom (City Centre) | $400 | $400 |
| Rent — 3 Bedroom (City Centre) | $800 | $800 |
| Groceries (Monthly) | $150 | $150 |
| Public Transport Pass | $20 | $15 |
| Utilities (Elec, Water, Internet) | $70 | $80 |
| Mid-Range Meal for 2 | $8 | $8 |
| Cappuccino | $1.80 | $1.50 |
| Gym Membership (Monthly) | $25 | $20 |
| Mobile Data Plan (Monthly) | $8 | $5 |
| Total Monthly Budget | $750/mo-77% vs US | $750/mo-77% vs US |
Estimates based on a single person, comfortable lifestyle in city centres. Actual costs vary by neighbourhood and personal spending. Data reflects 2024 averages.
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| Metric | 🇮🇩 Indonesia | 🇻🇳 Vietnam |
|---|---|---|
| System Type | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| UHC Index | 57/100 | 73/100 |
| Expat Access | Insurance Required | Insurance Required |
| GP Visit | $5-15 | $5-20 |
| ER Visit | $20-80 | $20-100 |
| Insurance Cost | $60-180/mo | $50-150/mo |
| Wait Times | Moderate | Short |
| Emergency Quality | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Pharmacy Access | Moderate | Good |
| Mental Health | Very Limited | Very Limited |
Healthcare data is based on WHO UHC indexes, local government sources, and expatriate surveys. Costs are approximate and vary by location, provider, and insurance plan.
| Metric | 🇮🇩 Indonesia | 🇻🇳 Vietnam |
|---|---|---|
| GPI Rank | #63 | #44 |
| GPI Score | 1.789 | 1.630 |
| Homicide Rate | 0.4/100k | 1.5/100k |
| Scam Prevalence | Moderate | Moderate |
| Disaster Risk | Very High | High |
| Women Safety | ||
| Night Safety | ||
| Political Stability | Stable | Stable |
| Terrorism Risk | Moderate | Very Low |
Safety data is based on the Global Peace Index 2024, UNODC homicide statistics, and various travel safety assessments. Conditions can change rapidly due to political events, natural disasters, or other factors. This information is for general guidance only. Always consult your government's travel advisories before making relocation decisions.
| Metric | 🇮🇩 Indonesia | 🇻🇳 Vietnam |
|---|---|---|
| PISA Score (avg) | 382 | 496 |
| System Type | Hybrid | Public |
| Int'l Schools | Moderate | Moderate |
| Unis in Top 100 | 0 in global top 100 | 0 in global top 100 |
| Tuition (Local) | $200-1,000/yr (public) | $200-500/yr (public) |
| Tuition (Int'l) | $5,000-18,000/yr | $5,000-15,000/yr |
| Language | Bahasa Indonesia (English in international schools) | Vietnamese (English programs in cities) |
| Literacy Rate | 96% | 95.8% |
PISA scores from OECD 2022. University rankings from QS/THE. Tuition and literacy data are approximate. Consult official sources for current figures.
Lifestyle scores are curated estimates based on travel indices, expat surveys, and cultural research. Individual experiences may vary.
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| Country | Avg Temp | Hottest | Coldest | Annual Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇰🇼 Kuwait | 17°C | 31°C | -1°C | 748mm |
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | 27°C | 29°C | 25°C | 2,475mm |
| 🇻🇳 Vietnam | 25°C | 27°C | 23°C | 1,650mm |
Monthly temperatures are modeled from annual averages. For precise data, consult local meteorological services.
| Metric | 🇮🇩 Indonesia | 🇻🇳 Vietnam |
|---|---|---|
| Download Speed | 30 Mbps | 90 Mbps |
| Upload Speed | 15 Mbps | 40 Mbps |
| Mobile Speed | 25 Mbps | 40 Mbps |
| 5G Coverage | Limited | Limited |
| Broadband Access | 42%pop. | 55%pop. |
| Coworking Spaces | Moderate | Good |
| Power Reliability | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Digital Gov't | Developing | Developing |
| Internet Cost | $15-30/mo | $8-20/mo |
| Major ISPs | Telkom IndiHomeBiznetXL+1 more | ViettelVNPTFPT+1 more |
Speed data based on Speedtest Global Index and Ookla reports. Broadband penetration from ITU/World Bank. Costs are approximate monthly residential rates and vary by plan and provider.
| Country | Max Stay | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | 5 years (B211A) | $350/year |
| Metric | 🇮🇩 Indonesia | 🇻🇳 Vietnam |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Budget | $800-1,600 | $600-1,200 |
| Coworking Cost | $80-150/mo | $60-120/mo |
| Coworking Density | Good | Good |
| Internet Speed | 45 Mbps | 65 Mbps |
| Community | Large | Growing |
| Timezone | UTC+7/+8/+9 (multi-zone) | UTC+7 (Asia-Pacific) |
Nomad scores are curated estimates based on visa policies, cost of living indices, internet speed benchmarks, and community reports. Individual experiences may vary.
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Unlock with ProHow confident should you be in this ranking? What could change it?
Close call: These destinations are very evenly matched. Your personal priorities will be the deciding factor — small weight changes could change the order.
These dimensions are closely contested between the compared countries. Changing your priority weights in these areas could flip the ranking:
🇰🇼 Kuwait leads slightly, but 🇮🇩 Indonesia is a strong contender. Consider visiting both before deciding — the on-the-ground experience may be the tiebreaker.
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Unlock with ProKuwait leads across most dimensions with an average score of 58/100.
Based on the data, Kuwait (58/100 avg) is the strongest overall choice, especially for retirees needing good healthcare and career-driven professionals. However, Vietnam (50/100) is a strong contender.
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