Is Medellin more expensive than Phnom Penh?

Medellin is 0.3% cheaper than Phnom Penh overall. Rent is 13.6% higher, groceries 14.8% cheaper, and restaurants 6.1% more expensive.

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

Phnom Penh has a purchasing power index of 26.2 while Medellin has 38.6 (NYC = 100). Medellin offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇰🇭 Phnom Penh vs 🇨🇴 Medellin

2026

Medellin is 0.3% cheaper

Category	🇰🇭 Phnom Penh	🇨🇴 Medellin	Difference
Cost of Living	37.3	37.2	-0.3%
Rent	13.2	15.0	+13.6%
Groceries	43.8	37.3	-14.8%
Restaurants	31.4	33.3	+6.1%
Purchasing Power	26.2	38.6	+47.3%

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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