Is Siem Reap more expensive than Ulaanbaatar?

Siem Reap is 0.9% cheaper than Ulaanbaatar overall. Rent is 54.2% lower, groceries 3.2% more expensive, and restaurants 23.4% cheaper.

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

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

Ulaanbaatar vs Siem Reap: Siem Reap is 0.9% cheaper, rent 54% lower (2026)

Category	🇲🇳 Ulaanbaatar	🇰🇭 Siem Reap	Difference
Cost of Living	21.2	21.0	-0.9%
Rent	16.8	7.7	-54.2%
Groceries	40.4	41.7	+3.2%
Restaurants	29.0	22.2	-23.4%
Purchasing Power	42.1	22.0	-47.7%

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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