Is Ulaanbaatar more expensive than Siem Reap?

Ulaanbaatar is 1.0% more expensive than Siem Reap overall. Rent is 118.2% higher, groceries 3.1% cheaper, and restaurants 30.6% more expensive.

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

Siem Reap has a purchasing power index of 22.0 while Ulaanbaatar has 42.1 (NYC = 100). Ulaanbaatar offers better purchasing power.

Siem Reap vs Ulaanbaatar: Ulaanbaatar is 1.0% more expensive, rent 118% higher (2026)

Category	🇰🇭 Siem Reap	🇲🇳 Ulaanbaatar	Difference
Cost of Living	21.0	21.2	+1.0%
Rent	7.7	16.8	+118.2%
Groceries	41.7	40.4	-3.1%
Restaurants	22.2	29.0	+30.6%
Purchasing Power	22.0	42.1	+91.4%

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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