# Siem Reap vs Phnom Penh Detailed side-by-side comparison of living costs, infrastructure, safety, and nomad lifestyle. * Share Copy link πŸ”₯ Top Nomad Vibe ### [Thailand](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/thailand.md) [Indonesia](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/indonesia.md) [Spain](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/spain.md) [Portugal](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/portugal.md) [Mexico](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/mexico.md) [Vietnam](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/vietnam.md) [Colombia](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/colombia.md) [Argentina](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/argentina.md) [Malaysia](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/malaysia.md) [Philippines](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/philippines.md) [TΓΌrkiye](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/turkey.md) [Croatia](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/croatia.md) [Georgia](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/georgia.md) ## πŸ† Who Wins? πŸ’° Best Budget Siem Reap 🌐 Fastest Internet 🀝 Tie πŸ”₯ Best Vibe 🀝 Tie πŸ›‘οΈ Safest City 🀝 Tie 🌿 Cleanest Air Siem Reap 🚢 Most Walkable 🀝 Tie πŸ† Overall Winner: Siem Reap Show differences only Metric [Siem Reap](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/cambodia/siem-reap.md) [Cambodia](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/cambodia.md) [Phnom Penh](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/cambodia/phnom-penh.md) [Cambodia](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/cambodia.md) πŸ’° Monthly Budget & Costs Total Est. Budget $850 $1000 1-Bed Center Rent $450 $500 Coworking Desk $100 $100 Local Meal $4 $3.5 Cappuccino $2.5 $2.5 Gym Membership $40 $40 Transport Budget $50 $50 πŸ’» Workspace & Infrastructure Internet Speed 30 Mbps 30 Mbps Nomad Vibe 7/10 7/10 🌿 Quality of Life & Culture Safety Index 60/100 60/100 Healthcare Quality Average Average English Proficiency Average Average Climate Type Tropical monsoon Tropical monsoon Best Time to Visit Nov - Feb Nov - Feb ## [Siem Reap](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/cambodia/siem-reap.md) ### πŸ‘ Pros βœ… Very affordable cost of living * βœ… Rich cultural heritage with Angkor Wat * βœ… Friendly local community * βœ… Plenty of cafes and coworking spaces * βœ… Easy access to temples and nature * βœ… Growing digital nomad scene ### πŸ‘Ž Cons * ❌ 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 ### πŸ›‚ Nomad Visas * β–ͺ Tourist visa (30 days, extendable) * β–ͺ Ordinary visa (E-class, 30 days) * β–ͺ Business visa (1 year multiple entry) ## [Phnom Penh](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/cambodia/phnom-penh.md) ### πŸ‘ Pros * βœ… Extremely low cost of living * βœ… Friendly and welcoming locals * βœ… Delicious street food and local cuisine * βœ… Growing expat and digital nomad community * βœ… Visa on arrival and easy visa extensions * βœ… Rich history and cultural attractions ### πŸ‘Ž Cons * ❌ Chaotic traffic and frequent gridlock * ❌ Poor air quality during dry season * ❌ Tap water is unsafe to drink * ❌ Limited nightlife compared to Bangkok or Saigon * ❌ Occasional power outages and construction noise * ❌ Corruption and bureaucracy can be frustrating ### πŸ›‚ Nomad Visas * β–ͺ Visa on arrival * β–ͺ eVisa * β–ͺ Business visa (E-class)