Cost of Living 2026

Street Food Price in Laos (2026)

Street Food costs about $2.22 per one meal ($2.22 / ₫57559.28 VND) in Laos in 2026, about 77% below the ₫253792.92 VND world average. It is the #79 most expensive of 88 countries tracked by imhere (cheapest: Bangladesh, priciest: Switzerland). Data updated 8 Aug 2026.

Laos vs the world

CountryPriceNotes
Laos$2.22 per one meal$2.22 / ₫57559.28 VND
World average₫253792.92 VND
World median₫208198.65 VND
Cheapest: Bangladesh₫42002.72 VNDrank #88 of 88
Most expensive: Switzerland₫801681.46 VNDrank #1 of 88

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a street food meal in Laos?
A street food meal costs about $2.22 per one meal (₫57559.28 VND) in Laos in 2026.
Is a street food meal expensive in Laos?
It is the #79 most expensive of the 88 countries tracked by imhere, about 77% below the ₫253792.92 VND world average.
How much is that in US dollars?
A street food meal in Laos is about $2.22 per one meal / ₫57559.28 VND.
Which country has the cheapest street food?
The cheapest in this comparison is Bangladesh at about ₫42002.72 VND.
Which country has the most expensive street food?
The most expensive is Switzerland at about ₫801681.46 VND.
How does the cost of living in Laos compare?
The world average for a street food meal is about ₫253792.92 VND and the median is ₫208198.65 VND - a quick way to judge local living costs before you travel.
How do I find my hotel in Laos old-town alleys?
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