Cambodia
Live cost-of-living data across 2 cities in Cambodia — average cost index 18/100 (New York = 100), ranging from 16 to 20. Sourced by AI, refreshed regularly.
Cost of living by city in Cambodia
Ranked cheapest first. Cost index anchored to New York = 100.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cambodia cheap to live in?
Across 2 cities in Cambodia, the average cost-of-living index is 18 (New York = 100) — from 16 in Siem Reap to 20 in Phnom Penh. It's meaningfully cheaper than the US and Western Europe.
What is the cheapest city in Cambodia?
Siem Reap is the most affordable city we track in Cambodia, with a cost-of-living index of 16 (New York = 100) and a 1-bedroom city-center rent around $330/month.
How much does it cost to live in Cambodia per month?
A single person can live comfortably in the cheaper cities of Cambodia for roughly $320–$448/month. Costs scale up toward Phnom Penh. See the full city-by-city breakdown above.
Compare Siem Reap with anywhere
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