Our Vietnam Salary Guide 2026 maps the ASEAN & Vietnam market overview, provides salary benchmarks in 4 sectors, and debuts an Employer Cost formula to help you calculate the exact cost of taxes and insurance.
Whether you're hiring talent or seeking your next role, we provide clarity you need to succeed.
HERE TO GET YOU THERE
Source of Asia is an International Business Accelerator in Southeast Asia, South Korea, and broader Asia.
Over the past 20 years, we've been guiding global enterprises to successfully penetrate, operate, and flourish in these vibrant regions through tailored solutions in Market Expansion, Sourcing & Supply Chain, Corporate & HR Solutions, and M&A Services.
This Salary Guide is part of a broader series of publications covering Vietnam, ASEAN, and wider regional markets.
Explore our previous publications to deepen your market understanding.
Doing business in ASEAN
2024-2025
Set Up Your Business in ASEAN
2025
Regional trends shaping the ASEAN & Vietnam markets in 2026.
Salary range from 4 main factors: Information Technology, Manufacturing, Sales, and Administration
New Employer Cost formula to effortlessly calculate the true cost of taxes and insurance.
On-the-ground insights drawn from our daily work with European SMEs and global MNCs.
KNOW THE MARKET
PLAN THE GROWTH
ASEAN - U.S. Business Outlook
2026 -2030
What exactly is a Salary Guide?
A Salary Guide is a comprehensive data report that outlines the current compensation landscape for a specific market. It acts as a benchmark for both employers and candidates, providing the "market rate" for various roles and seniorities. At Source of Asia, our guide is a strategic tool that combines real-world data with expert advice on total employment costs and hiring trends.
Can this guide help me compare hiring costs across ASEAN?
Yes. Since many of our partners operate regionally, we’ve included a comparison of five key ASEAN markets. This allows you to see how statutory costs in Vietnam compare to neighboring countries, helping you make informed decisions about where to place your regional hubs or manufacturing centers.
How should I use this data during a job interview or performance review?
We designed this guide to provide transparency.