Is Chamkarmon Expensive?

Phnom Penh, Cambodia

+2% vs Phnom Penh avg

Living in Chamkarmon, Phnom Penh

Chamkarmon is a moderately-priced area within Phnom Penh, with a cost of living index of 25.3 — that is +2% compared to the Phnom Penh average. It sits around the middle of the pack at #6 out of 17 neighborhoods. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around $459/month, compared to a range of $279 in Prek Pnov to $585 in BKK1.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Chamkarmon, housing takes up roughly 30% 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 $18,360 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Chamkarmon

Salaries in Chamkarmon reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 25.3:

After tax and deductions of 0.0% in Cambodia, take-home pay for someone earning $18,360 would be roughly $18,360/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

25.3
COLI Index
1.02x
vs City Avg
$459
Est. 1BR Rent
#6
of 17 Areas
0.0%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Chamkarmon

Estimated annual deductions on a $18,975 salary in Chamkarmon, Phnom Penh (local employee).

Income Tax
0%
Total Deductions: 0.0%
Est. Take-Home: $18,975/yr

Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Chamkarmon would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $18,975
London GBP £16,330
Dubai AED AED 94,947

Other Neighborhoods in Phnom Penh

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
BKK1 32.2 1.30x +30%
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%

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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Chamkarmon:

Cau Giay, Hanoi Kim Ma, Hanoi Băneasa, Bucharest Maarif, Casablanca Nõmme, Tallinn Ülemiste, Tallinn

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chamkarmon expensive in Phnom Penh?

Chamkarmon is near the city average for Phnom Penh. Costs are about +2% vs the average, making it a mid-range neighborhood.

How does Chamkarmon compare to the Phnom Penh average?

The cost of living in Chamkarmon is near the Phnom Penh average. With a multiplier of 1.02x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +2% compared to the city baseline.

Data Sources: Cost of living indices based on crowd-sourced price data and official statistics. Tax calculations follow 2026 rates. Sources include OECD Better Life Index. Figures are estimates and may vary based on individual circumstances.