Is Phnom Penh more expensive than Guangzhou?

Phnom Penh is 1.6% more expensive than Guangzhou overall. Rent is 9.6% higher, groceries 6.2% more expensive, and restaurants 21.1% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Guangzhou or Phnom Penh?

Guangzhou has a purchasing power index of 96.3 while Phnom Penh has 23.4 (NYC = 100). Guangzhou offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇨🇳 Guangzhou vs 🇰🇭 Phnom Penh

2026

Phnom Penh is 1.6% more expensive

Category	🇨🇳 Guangzhou	🇰🇭 Phnom Penh	Difference
Cost of Living	37.1	37.7	+1.6%
Rent	12.5	13.7	+9.6%
Groceries	43.9	46.6	+6.2%
Restaurants	24.2	29.3	+21.1%
Purchasing Power	96.3	23.4	-75.7%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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