Phnom Penh, Cambodia
+22% vs Phnom Penh avgTonle Bassac is one of the pricier neighborhoods in Phnom Penh, with a cost of living index of 30.3 — that is +22% compared to the Phnom Penh average. It ranks #2 out of 17 areas by cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around $549/month, compared to a range of $279 in Prek Pnov to $585 in BKK1.
For a typical resident of Tonle Bassac, housing takes up roughly 35% 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 $21,960 before tax.
Salaries in Tonle Bassac reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 30.3:
After tax and deductions of 0.0% in Cambodia, take-home pay for someone earning $21,960 would be roughly $21,960/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.
Estimated annual deductions on a $22,725 salary in Tonle Bassac, 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 Tonle Bassac would need to be elsewhere:
| City | Currency | Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| New York | USD | $22,725 |
| London | GBP | £19,557 |
| Dubai | AED | AED 113,711 |
| Neighborhood | COLI | Multiplier | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| BKK1 | 32.2 | 1.30x | +30% |
| 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% |
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Yes, Tonle Bassac is one of the more expensive neighborhoods in Phnom Penh. It costs about +22% more than the city average, ranking #2 out of 17 neighborhoods.
The cost of living in Tonle Bassac is significantly above the Phnom Penh average. With a multiplier of 1.22x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +22% compared to the city baseline.