Is Phnom Penh more expensive than Siem Reap?

Phnom Penh is 5.7% more expensive than Siem Reap overall. Rent is 76.6% higher, groceries 6.2% more expensive, and restaurants 43.2% more expensive.

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

Siem Reap has a purchasing power index of 22.0 while Phnom Penh has 23.6 (NYC = 100). Phnom Penh offers better purchasing power.

Siem Reap vs Phnom Penh: Phnom Penh is 5.7% more expensive, rent 77% higher (2026)

Category	🇰🇭 Siem Reap	🇰🇭 Phnom Penh	Difference
Cost of Living	21.0	22.2	+5.7%
Rent	7.7	13.6	+76.6%
Groceries	41.7	44.3	+6.2%
Restaurants	22.2	31.8	+43.2%
Purchasing Power	22.0	23.6	+7.3%

Data from March – October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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