I Left the U.S for Vietnam ,I could buy enough food for a month and it won’t cost more than $20 USD.

#usa $700 Rent, $1 Haircuts, $20 Food — Why I Left the U.S. for Vietnam What does it really cost to live in Vietnam? In this episode, we follow Daniel Shaw, a Brooklyn native who left New York behind and built a new life in Ho Chi Minh City—one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing cities. After spending over a decade in China and working in fashion, consulting, and manufacturing, Daniel made the move to Vietnam and never looked back. Now, he’s living a completely different lifestyle—where fresh meals can cost under $20 a month, rent is a fraction of U.S. prices, and everyday expenses like haircuts, groceries, and clothing are shockingly affordable. But this story goes beyond just cheap living. Daniel breaks down how he earns a living abroad as a management consultant, works with international companies relocating production from China to Vietnam, and even built his own brand importing Vietnamese coffee back to the United States. This is a real look at global business, remote income, and what it takes to thrive outside the Western system. From walking through local markets to exploring the manufacturing industry, this documentary gives you a full picture of life on the ground in Vietnam—covering cost of living, business opportunities, culture, and the emotional side of starting over in a new country. If you’ve ever considered moving abroad, starting a business overseas, or escaping the high cost of living in cities like New York, this is a story you need to watch. In this video: Cost of living in Vietnam (rent, food, daily expenses) Living in Ho Chi Minh City as an expat How to make money abroad (consulting & business) U.S. vs Vietnam lifestyle comparison Affordable living and financial freedom overseas Entrepreneurship and manufacturing in Southeast Asia Chapters: 00:00 Why I Left New York 01:12 First Impressions of Vietnam 03:45 Cost of Living Breakdown 08:10 Apartment Tour & Rent Comparison 12:30 How I Make Money Abroad 18:05 Life in Ho Chi Minh City 24:40 Local Markets & Daily Life 30:15 Business Opportunities in Vietnam 36:20 Culture, Identity & Belonging 42:10 Why I’m Never Moving Back Produced by: Team Relocated Director : Zoey Pham cinematography :Thuong Nguyen Color Grading : Relocated Special Thanks to : Daniel Shaw Subscribe to Relocated :    / @relocatedd   About Relocated Relocated is a documentary series that follows the emotional, financial, and cultural journeys of people who leave their home countries to build new lives abroad. Each episode explores why they left, where they went, how they adapted, and what life really looks like after the move—from housing and cost of living to identity, safety, family, and personal freedom. Through real apartment tours, day-in-the-life storytelling, and honest conversations, Relocated goes beyond the highlight reel to show the truth behind starting over in a new country. The series documents expats, creatives, families, and solo movers navigating unfamiliar systems, new cultures, and the trade-offs that come with choosing a different life. Relocated isn’t about escaping—it’s about redefining success, regaining control, and discovering what “home” means when you choose it for yourself. #relocated #usa #livingabroad #costofliving #vietnam #motivation #inspiration #life #retirement #us #costofliving $700 Rent, $1 Haircuts, $20 Food — Why I Left the U.S. for Vietnam