Is Daun Penh (Riverside) Expensive?

Phnom Penh, Cambodia

+15% vs Phnom Penh avg

Living in Daun Penh (Riverside), Phnom Penh

Daun Penh (Riverside) is one of the pricier neighborhoods in Phnom Penh, with a cost of living index of 28.5 — that is +15% compared to the Phnom Penh average. It ranks #3 out of 17 areas by cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around $518/month, compared to a range of $279 in Prek Pnov to $585 in BKK1.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Daun Penh (Riverside), housing takes up roughly 33% 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 $20,700 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Daun Penh (Riverside)

Salaries in Daun Penh (Riverside) reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 28.5:

After tax and deductions of 0.0% in Cambodia, take-home pay for someone earning $20,700 would be roughly $20,700/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

28.5
COLI Index
1.15x
vs City Avg
$518
Est. 1BR Rent
#3
of 17 Areas
0.0%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Daun Penh (Riverside)

Estimated annual deductions on a $21,375 salary in Daun Penh (Riverside), Phnom Penh (local employee).

Income Tax
0%
Total Deductions: 0.0%
Est. Take-Home: $21,375/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Daun Penh (Riverside) would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $21,375
London GBP £18,395
Dubai AED AED 106,956

Other Neighborhoods in Phnom Penh

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
BKK1 32.2 1.30x +30%
Tonle Bassac 30.3 1.22x +22%
BKK2 27.3 1.10x +10%
Toul Tom Poung (Russian Market) 26.0 1.05x +5%
Chamkarmon 25.3 1.02x +2%

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Daun Penh (Riverside) vs BKK1 Daun Penh (Riverside) vs Tonle Bassac

Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Daun Penh (Riverside):

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Daun Penh (Riverside) expensive in Phnom Penh?

Yes, Daun Penh (Riverside) is one of the more expensive neighborhoods in Phnom Penh. It costs about +15% more than the city average, ranking #3 out of 17 neighborhoods.

How does Daun Penh (Riverside) compare to the Phnom Penh average?

The cost of living in Daun Penh (Riverside) is above the Phnom Penh average. With a multiplier of 1.15x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +15% 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.