Is Cuenca more expensive than Siem Reap?

Cuenca is 1.6% cheaper than Siem Reap overall. Rent is 27.3% higher, groceries 13.0% cheaper, and restaurants 27.8% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Siem Reap or Cuenca?

Siem Reap has a purchasing power index of 21.6 while Cuenca has 48.0 (NYC = 100). Cuenca offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇰🇭 Siem Reap vs 🇪🇨 Cuenca

2026

Cuenca is 1.6% cheaper

Category	🇰🇭 Siem Reap	🇪🇨 Cuenca	Difference
Cost of Living	31.3	30.8	-1.6%
Rent	7.7	9.8	+27.3%
Groceries	40.7	35.4	-13.0%
Restaurants	21.2	27.1	+27.8%
Purchasing Power	21.6	48.0	+122.2%

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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