Phnom Penh, Cambodia
-38% vs Phnom Penh avgPrek Pnov is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Phnom Penh, with a cost of living index of 15.4 — that is -38% compared to the Phnom Penh average. Ranked #17 of 17, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around $279/month, compared to a range of $279 in Prek Pnov to $585 in BKK1.
For a typical resident of Prek Pnov, housing takes up roughly 18% 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 $11,160 before tax.
Salaries in Prek Pnov reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 15.4:
After tax and deductions of 0.0% in Cambodia, take-home pay for someone earning $11,160 would be roughly $11,160/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.
Estimated annual deductions on a $11,550 salary in Prek Pnov, 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 Prek Pnov would need to be elsewhere:
| City | Currency | Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| New York | USD | $11,550 |
| London | GBP | £9,940 |
| Dubai | AED | AED 57,794 |
| 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% |
See exactly what you need to earn in Prek Pnov, Phnom Penh to maintain your lifestyle.
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Prek Pnov is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Phnom Penh. It costs about -38% less than the city average, ranking #17 out of 17 neighborhoods.
The cost of living in Prek Pnov is well below the Phnom Penh average. With a multiplier of 0.62x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -38% compared to the city baseline.