Cheapest priced citySiem Reap$525 essentials/mo
Priciest priced cityPhnom Penh$742 essentials/mo
Average 1-bed outside centre$275across 4 priced cities
Tourist stay signalUniversal e-visa or visa on arrival for every nationality, 30 days, extendable once. No visa-free list at all.as of 2026-07
City-by-city monthly costs
Essentials are sourced rent outside centre plus utilities, groceries, dining, and local transport. They are not a full lifestyle budget.
| City | Essentials | 1-bed outside | 1-bed centre | Groceries | Dining | Utilities | Transport | Avg salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Siem Reap | $525 | $229 | $322 | $95 | $74 | $112 | $15 | $236 |
| Phnom Penh | $742 | $370 | $644 | $113 | $105 | $136 | $18 | $324 |
| Battambang | n/a | $200 | $250 | $113 | $64 | $83 | n/a | $200 |
| Sihanoukville | n/a | $300 | $400 | $105 | $98 | $129 | n/a | n/a |
Single person, USD. Data updated July 27, 2026.
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