Can you live in Phnom Penh with $ 1,000 a month?

Yes. With estimated monthly costs of about $1,332, you would have roughly $0 left each month (Tight Budget).

Can you live in Phnom Penh with $ 2,000 a month?

Yes. With estimated monthly costs of about $1,332, you would have roughly $668 left each month (Comfortable).

Can you live in Phnom Penh with $ 3,000 a month?

Yes. With estimated monthly costs of about $1,332, you would have roughly $1,668 left each month (Premium Lifestyle).

Can you live in Phnom Penh with $ 5,000 a month?

Yes. With estimated monthly costs of about $1,332, you would have roughly $3,668 left each month (Premium Lifestyle).

Can you live in Phnom Penh with $ 8,000 a month?

Yes. With estimated monthly costs of about $1,332, you would have roughly $6,668 left each month (Premium Lifestyle).

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Phnom Penh, Cambodia

How much does it really cost to live in Phnom Penh? Housing, food, transport, internet and more — plus what salary you need to live comfortably.

Asia 👥 2,130,000 people 🌴 Tropical climate Medium city 💱 USD

💰 Can I afford Phnom Penh? ⚖️ Compare this city Cambodia →

$ $550 1-bedroom rent / mo

66 Quality of life / 100

62 Safety / 100

68 Internet / 100

80 Affordability / 100

Phnom Penh vs Siem Reap ⚖️

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Estimated Monthly Cost

Single person, moderate lifestyle, 1-bedroom apartment.

Rent (1-bedroom)	$550
Food (moderate)	$350
Transport	$10
Utilities	$60
Internet	$25
Healthcare	$55
Entertainment	$145
Total (moderate)	$1,332

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Housing Costs

Typical monthly rent in Phnom Penh.

Shared accommodation	$250
Studio	$420
1-bedroom	$550
2-bedroom	$800
3-bedroom	$1,100

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City Scores

How Phnom Penh rates, out of 100.

Cost of living

Safety

Quality of life

Internet

Healthcare

Transport

Nightlife

Climate

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At a Glance

Climate🌴 Tropical
City sizeMedium
Near the seaNo
Geography🏙️ Urban
Capital cityPhnom Penh
LanguageKhmer
CurrencyUSD
Time zoneAsia/Phnom_Penh

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Pros and Cons of Phnom Penh

✅ Pros

Affordable cost of living
Fast and reliable internet
Great overall quality of life
Vibrant nightlife and entertainment
Pleasant climate

⚠️ Cons

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Monthly Budget by Lifestyle

Based on a single person living in a 1-bedroom apartment.

Budget $858 per month Basic $990 per month Moderate $1,332 per month Comfortable $1,850 per month Premium $2,985 per month

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Can You Live in Phnom Penh on These Salaries?

Estimated for a single person, moderate lifestyle, 1-bedroom apartment.

Monthly income	Status	Remaining
$ 1,000	Tight Budget	$-332 / month
$ 2,000	Comfortable	$668 / month
$ 3,000	Premium Lifestyle	$1,668 / month
$ 5,000	Premium Lifestyle	$3,668 / month
$ 8,000	Premium Lifestyle	$6,668 / month