Side-by-side city decision

# Naples vs Sihanoukville.

A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit.

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NaplesItaly3
VS
SihanoukvilleCambodia3

$1,150Naples monthly budget
$950Sihanoukville monthly budget
55 MbpsNaples internet
20 MbpsSihanoukville internet

Decision summary
No universal winner

The result is balanced. Your priorities should decide the better fit.

Cost
Best budget
Sihanoukville

Speed
Fastest internet
Naples

Vibe
Best nomad vibe
Naples

Safety
Highest safety
Sihanoukville

Air
Cleanest air
Sihanoukville

Walk
Most walkable
Naples

Quick read

## Two cities at a glance

The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison.

[Naples](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/italy/naples.md)
Italy

3/6

Budget$1,150
Internet55 Mbps
Vibe8/10

[Sihanoukville](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/cambodia/sihanoukville.md)
Cambodia

3/6

Budget$950
Internet20 Mbps
Vibe6/10

Full comparison

## Compare what matters

Green marks the stronger numeric result. Text-only categories are presented without a winner.

Differences only

### Monthly budget and costs

7 signals

Total estimated budget
$1,150
$950

1-bed center rent
$650
$400

Coworking desk
$200
$100

Local meal
$12
$3

Cappuccino
$1.5
$1.5

Gym membership
$40
$30

Transport budget
$50
$50

### Work and infrastructure

2 signals

Internet speed
55 Mbps
20 Mbps

Nomad vibe
8/10
6/10

### Quality of life

5 signals

Safety index
55/100
60/100

Air quality
62/100
70/100

Walkability
8/10
5/10

Female safety
6/10
6/10

LGBTQ+ friendly
7/10
5/10

### Culture and climate

4 signals

Healthcare quality
Good
Average

English proficiency
Average
Basic

Climate type
Mediterranean
Tropical monsoon

Best time to visit
Apr - Jun
Nov - Mar

Beyond the numbers

## What each city asks you to trade

Costs and scores help narrow the choice. These practical strengths and limitations finish the picture.

[Naples](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/italy/naples.md)
Italy

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### Strengths

* Incredible food scene (pizza, seafood, street food)

* Affordable cost of living compared to northern Italy

* Rich history and culture (UNESCO city center)

* Friendly and passionate locals

* Access to stunning Amalfi Coast and islands

* Vibrant street life and authentic Italian atmosphere

### Trade-offs

* Chaotic traffic and limited parking

* Waste management issues in some areas

* Limited English outside tourist zones

* Petty crime and pickpocketing risk

* Bureaucracy can be slow and frustrating

* Public transport strikes are common

### Common visa routes

* Schengen Tourist Visa (90 days)

* Italy Digital Nomad Visa (€28k+ income)

* Student Visa

* Elective Residence Visa (passive income)

[Sihanoukville](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/cambodia/sihanoukville.md)
Cambodia

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### Strengths

* Affordable cost of living

* Beautiful beaches and islands nearby

* Warm tropical weather year-round

* Growing digital nomad community

* Cheap and delicious local street food

* Low rent prices compared to other SE Asian cities

### Trade-offs

* Heavy construction and development noise

* Scams and touts targeting tourists

* Poor infrastructure and frequent power cuts

* Limited coworking spaces with unreliable internet

* Litter and trash on some beaches

* Visa runs required every 30 days

### Common visa routes

* e-Visa

* Tourist Visa

* Business Visa

Reading the result

## Use this as a planning benchmark

The headline score compares six directional signals. It does not weight personal priorities, visa eligibility, household size or individual lifestyle choices.

Costs are monthly estimates, not guaranteed prices.
Higher is better for quality scores and connectivity.
Lower is better for budgets and individual expenses.