Is Phnom Penh more expensive than Siem Reap?

Phnom Penh is 20.1% more expensive than Siem Reap overall. Rent is 81.8% higher, groceries 13.5% more expensive, and restaurants 34.4% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Siem Reap or Phnom Penh?

Siem Reap has a purchasing power index of 21.6 while Phnom Penh has 22.4 (NYC = 100). Phnom Penh offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇰🇭 Siem Reap vs 🇰🇭 Phnom Penh

2026

Phnom Penh is 20.1% more expensive

Category	🇰🇭 Siem Reap	🇰🇭 Phnom Penh	Difference
Cost of Living	31.3	37.6	+20.1%
Rent	7.7	14.0	+81.8%
Groceries	40.7	46.2	+13.5%
Restaurants	21.2	28.5	+34.4%
Purchasing Power	21.6	22.4	+3.7%

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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