Siem Reap
Cambodia
3/6
Budget$850
Internet30 Mbps
Vibe7/10
Side-by-side city decision
Siem Reap vs Lima.
A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit.
Siem ReapCambodia3
VS
LimaPeru2
$850Siem Reap monthly budget
$950Lima monthly budget
30 MbpsSiem Reap internet
50 MbpsLima internet
Decision summary
Siem Reap
Siem Reap leads on more of the six headline signals.
Cost
Best budget
Siem Reap
Speed
Fastest internet
Lima
Vibe
Best nomad vibe
Tie
Safety
Highest safety
Siem Reap
Air
Cleanest air
Siem Reap
Walk
Most walkable
Lima
Quick read
Two cities at a glance
The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison.
Lima
Peru
2/6
Budget$950
Internet50 Mbps
Vibe7/10
Full comparison
Compare what matters
Green marks the stronger numeric result. Text-only categories are presented without a winner.
Monthly budget and costs
7 signalsTotal estimated budget
$850
$950
1-bed center rent
$450
$500
Coworking desk
$100
$150
Local meal
$4
$5
Cappuccino
$2.5
$2.5
Gym membership
$40
$30
Transport budget
$50
$30
Work and infrastructure
2 signalsInternet speed
30 Mbps
50 Mbps
Nomad vibe
7/10
7/10
Quality of life
5 signalsSafety index
60/100
45/100
Air quality
70/100
40/100
Walkability
6/10
7/10
Female safety
6/10
5/10
LGBTQ+ friendly
5/10
6/10
Culture and climate
4 signalsHealthcare quality
Average
Average
English proficiency
Average
Basic
Climate type
Tropical monsoon
Desert - mild
Best time to visit
Nov - Feb
Dec - 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.
Siem Reap
Cambodia
Strengths
- Very affordable cost of living
- Rich cultural heritage with Angkor Wat
- Friendly local community
- Plenty of cafes and coworking spaces
- Easy access to temples and nature
- Growing digital nomad scene
Trade-offs
- Hot and humid climate most of the year
- Frequent power outages
- Limited healthcare facilities
- Tap water is not drinkable
- Poor road infrastructure
- Visa runs required every 30 days
Common visa routes
- Tourist visa (30 days, extendable)
- Ordinary visa (E-class, 30 days)
- Business visa (1 year multiple entry)
Lima
Peru
Strengths
- Incredibly affordable cost of living
- World-class ceviche and culinary scene
- Rich history and vibrant culture
- Beautiful Pacific coastline with beaches
- Friendly and welcoming locals
- Decent internet in most areas
Trade-offs
- Heavy traffic and chaotic driving
- Air pollution in central districts
- Safety concerns in certain areas
- Tap water is not safe to drink
- Language barrier without Spanish
- Gray and overcast winters (June-October)
Common visa routes
- Tourist visa (up to 183 days)
- Digital Nomad Visa (proposed)
- Rentista visa (income proof required)
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.