Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Cost of Living in Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Quick answer: As of 2026, living in Phnom Penh costs approximately $991 per month for one person, with city-centre one-bedroom rent averaging $622. Actual costs vary with lifestyle, neighborhood, and exchange rates.

Phnom Penh is a city in Cambodia, where a single person can expect to spend about $991 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $622 per month, or $350 outside the centre. Internet is workable at around 49 Mbps median download speed, and Cambodia offers a digital nomad visa. On safety, Phnom Penh scores 54/100 — moderately safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 89°F and winter highs around 84°F, with roughly 355 sunny days a year.

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Monthly Cost$991≈ $33/day
1BR Rent (Centre)$622
Internet49 Mbps
Safety54/100
Avg Temp87°F

Phnom Penh Cost of Living Breakdown

🍽️ Dining

Inexpensive Restaurant$5
Mid-Range Restaurant (2 People)$40
McDonald's Combo Meal$7
Cappuccino$2.92
Domestic Beer (Restaurant)$1.50
Bottled Water (Restaurant)$0.89

🛒 Groceries

Milk (1 Liter)$2.12
Bread (1 lb Loaf)$1.59
Eggs (12)$1.79
Chicken Fillets (1 lb)$1.99
Apples (1 lb)$1.79
Bananas (1 lb)$0.75
Tomatoes (1 lb)$0.84
Potatoes (1 lb)$1.01
Water (1.5L Bottle)$0.69
Wine (Mid-Range Bottle)$12
Cigarettes (Marlboro)$2

🚌 Transportation

One-Way Ticket$0.40
Monthly Transit Pass$10
Taxi Start$1.11
Taxi (1 Mile)$1.61
Gasoline (1 Liter)$1.09
VW Golf (New)$35,000

⚡ Utilities & Tech

Basic Utilities (Monthly)$113.27
Mobile Phone Plan$7.64
Broadband Internet$29.13

🎬 Lifestyle

Gym Membership (Monthly)$42.50
Cinema Ticket$5
Preschool (Monthly)$632.50
Intl. Primary School (Annual)$11,702

👔 Clothing

Jeans (Levi's 501)$38.75
Nike Running Shoes$80

🏠 Housing

Rent 1BR (City Centre)$622.19
Rent 1BR (Outside Centre)$350.09
Rent 3BR (City Centre)$1,206.18
Rent 3BR (Outside Centre)$767.43
Buy Price/sqft (Centre)$267.06
Buy Price/sqft (Outside)$140.24

📊 Summary

Avg Monthly Net Salary$348.97
Mortgage Interest Rate7.58%
Family of 4 (Monthly, excl. rent)$2,310.90
Single Person (Monthly, excl. rent)$641.40

Cost data sourced from Numbeo.

Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Phnom Penh

Internet49 Mbps
Safety54/100
Healthcare52/100
Public Transit15/100
Walkability45/100
Nightlife52/100
Food Scene72/100
Fine Dining5/100
Coffee Culture55/100
Air Quality82/100
Green Spaces30/100
Culture62/100
Beaches40/100
Hiking45/100
Surfing0/100
Coworking Spaces20
US Visa-Free30 days

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Phnom Penh FAQ

How much does it cost to live in Phnom Penh?

A single person should budget around $991 per month in Phnom Penh, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs. A family of four typically needs about $2,311 per month.

How much is rent in Phnom Penh?

A one-bedroom apartment in central Phnom Penh averages $622 per month, dropping to about $350 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $1,206.

Is Phnom Penh safe?

Phnom Penh scores 54/100 on safety, which is moderately safe. Tourist safety is rated 50/100.

How fast is the internet in Phnom Penh?

Median download speeds in Phnom Penh are around 49 Mbps — workable for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 20 coworking spaces in the city.

Does Cambodia offer a digital nomad visa?

Yes — Cambodia offers a digital nomad visa. US passport holders can typically stay 30 days visa-free before applying.

What is the weather like in Phnom Penh?

Phnom Penh sees summer highs around 89°F and winter highs near 84°F, with about 355 sunny days and 212 rainy days per year.

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