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Cambodia · Asia · Population 1,573,544 · Asia/Phnom_Penh

Phnom Penh in Cambodia (Asia) offers an estimated monthly cost of ~$1356 incl. rent, an average annual temperature of 28°C for digital nomads and remote workers. This page compiles cost of living, safety, climate, internet speed, air quality and visa overview with per-item data sources and dates.

Monthly cost

$1356incl. rent · est. range

$1153 – $1627

Source: public statistical estimate (NYC=100 basis) linear fit + page snapshot, updated 2026-10-07

Safety index

Data pending (see country-level)

Source: no city-level safety estimate

Climate (10-yr avg)

28°C avg/yr

1694mm · 3563h sunshine/yr

Source: Open-Meteo Historical（CC BY 4.0）2015–2024

Fixed broadband

60Mbps median down

Source: public statistical estimate (fixed broadband) (country-level)

Air quality

17.3µg/m³ PM2.5 · Moderate

Source: Open-Meteo CAMS · WHO 2021 band (2022-08 ~ 2024-12)

Visa overview

See country-level info · verify with officials

Source: Cambodia snapshot (2026-10-03) · Disclaimer: visa policies change — always verify with official channels

FAQ

What is the cost of living in Phnom Penh?

Phnom Penh has an estimated monthly cost of ~$1356 including rent (range $1153–$1627), based on open-data statistical estimates and page snapshots.

Is Phnom Penh safe?

City-level safety index is pending; country-level reference for Cambodia is n/a/100 (Global Peace Index rank #97). Always check the latest official travel advisories.

How can Chinese passport holders enter Cambodia?

Snapshot as of 2026-10-03: mainland Chinese passport holders are visaOnArrival to Cambodia. Verify with official immigration channels before travel.

How fast is the internet in Phnom Penh?

Median fixed broadband download is about 60 Mbps (public statistical estimate) at country level.

About Cambodia

Cambodia: GDP per capita ~$2,872 (World Bank), HDI —, Global Peace Index rank #97 (IEP 2024). Open Cambodia country page →

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