Phnom Penh, Cambodia
+30% vs Phnom Penh avgBKK1 is the most expensive area in Phnom Penh, with a cost of living index of 32.2 — that is +30% compared to the Phnom Penh average. Only the top 1 of 17 neighborhoods cost more. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around $585/month, compared to a range of $279 in Prek Pnov to $585 in BKK1.
For a typical resident of BKK1, housing takes up roughly 38% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 20%, while transportation costs around 11%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately $23,400 before tax.
Salaries in BKK1 reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 32.2:
After tax and deductions of 0.0% in Cambodia, take-home pay for someone earning $23,400 would be roughly $23,400/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.
Estimated annual deductions on a $24,150 salary in BKK1, Phnom Penh (local employee).
Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.
What a $75,000 USD salary in BKK1 would need to be elsewhere:
| City | Currency | Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| New York | USD | $24,150 |
| London | GBP | £20,783 |
| Dubai | AED | AED 120,841 |
| Neighborhood | COLI | Multiplier | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tonle Bassac | 30.3 | 1.22x | +22% |
| Daun Penh (Riverside) | 28.5 | 1.15x | +15% |
| BKK2 | 27.3 | 1.10x | +10% |
| Toul Tom Poung (Russian Market) | 26.0 | 1.05x | +5% |
| Chamkarmon | 25.3 | 1.02x | +2% |
See exactly what you need to earn in BKK1, Phnom Penh to maintain your lifestyle.
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Yes, BKK1 is one of the more expensive neighborhoods in Phnom Penh. It costs about +30% more than the city average, ranking #1 out of 17 neighborhoods.
The cost of living in BKK1 is significantly above the Phnom Penh average. With a multiplier of 1.30x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +30% compared to the city baseline.