Is Chroy Changvar Expensive?

Phnom Penh, Cambodia

-10% vs Phnom Penh avg

Living in Chroy Changvar, Phnom Penh

Chroy Changvar is a relatively affordable area in Phnom Penh, with a cost of living index of 22.3 — that is -10% compared to the Phnom Penh average. At #10 of 17, it is below the city average in cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around $405/month, compared to a range of $279 in Prek Pnov to $585 in BKK1.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Chroy Changvar, housing takes up roughly 26% 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 $16,200 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Chroy Changvar

Salaries in Chroy Changvar reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 22.3:

After tax and deductions of 0.0% in Cambodia, take-home pay for someone earning $16,200 would be roughly $16,200/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

22.3
COLI Index
0.90x
vs City Avg
$405
Est. 1BR Rent
#10
of 17 Areas
0.0%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Chroy Changvar

Estimated annual deductions on a $16,725 salary in Chroy Changvar, Phnom Penh (local employee).

Income Tax
0%
Total Deductions: 0.0%
Est. Take-Home: $16,725/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $16,725
London GBP £14,393
Dubai AED AED 83,688

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 Chroy Changvar:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chroy Changvar expensive in Phnom Penh?

Chroy Changvar is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Phnom Penh. It costs about -10% less than the city average, ranking #10 out of 17 neighborhoods.

How does Chroy Changvar compare to the Phnom Penh average?

The cost of living in Chroy Changvar is below the Phnom Penh average. With a multiplier of 0.90x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -10% 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.