Australian International School Phnom Penh
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International Curriculum
Ib Career Related
Ib Diploma
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Overview
Cambodia🇰🇭
At a Glance
How Cambodia compares across key indices
Cost of Living
36 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
83/100
Healthcare
52/100
Quality of Life
130/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Cambodia
Cost of Living
36
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
27
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
36
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
38
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Low RiskHow safe residents feel in Cambodia - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
83/100
Crime Index
25/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
Daytime100
Nighttime100
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in Cambodia
Cambodia has 46 modeled cities; this view starts with 40 curated or popular options. Monthly costs for a single person range from $719 in Phumĭ Yoŭl Toŭng to $946 in Phnom Penh. Battambang leads on safety, scoring 85/100. Dangkao ranks highest for quality of life at 137/200.
💸Most Affordable
Phumĭ Yoŭl Toŭng
$719/mo
Safest
Battambang
85/100
Best Quality of Life
Dangkao
137/200
Best Healthcare
Phnom Penh
64/100
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Featured
Curated and popular cities first.
40 of 46 shown| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phnom Penh | $946 | 77/100 | 133/200 | 64/100 | 57 |
| Takeo | $826 | 81/100 | 134/200 | 57/100 | 51 |
| Siem Reap | $758 | 85/100 | 136/200 | 51/100 | 44 |
| Battambang | $752 | 85/100 | 136/200 | 51/100 | 44 |
| Paoy Paet | $745 | 85/100 | 136/200 | 50/100 | 43 |
| Dangkao | $734 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 49/100 | 42 |
| Kampong Chhnang | $734 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 49/100 | 42 |
| Sihanoukville | $733 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 49/100 | 42 |
| Preaek Prasab | $728 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 49/100 | 41 |
| Kampong Cham | $726 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 41 |
| Anlong Veaeng | $723 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 41 |
| Pursat | $720 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 41 |
| Ta Khmau | $720 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
| Phumĭ Yoŭl Toŭng | $719 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
| Phumĭ Véal Srê | $719 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
| Bavet | $719 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
| Kep | $719 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
| Kandoeng | $719 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
| Kampong Speu | $719 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
| Koh Kong | $719 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
| Prey Veng | $719 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
| Suong | $719 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
| Smach Mean Chey | $719 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
| Phumĭ Véal Tônsay | $719 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
| Stung Treng | $719 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
| Boeng Kak Pir | $719 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
| Tbeng Meanchey | $719 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
| Svay Rieng | $719 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
| Sisophon | $719 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
| Chrang Chamreh Muoy | $719 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
| Dar | $719 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
| Kampot | $719 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
| Phumĭ Tnaôt | $719 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
| Kratié | $719 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
| Kampong Thom | $719 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
| Lumphat | $719 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
| Samraong | $719 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
| Pailin | $719 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
| Mémót | $719 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
| Banlung | $719 | 85/100 | 137/200 | 48/100 | 40 |
Freedom Abroad estimates are modeled for a single person including rent. Pollution: lower score = cleaner air. Click column headers to sort.
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Families
Schools
43 verified school profiles across 3 cities in Cambodia — language model, grade range, credentials, and published tuition. A sample is shown here; filter the full set in the School Finder.
Canadian International School of Phnom Penh
Verified
Location variesAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ib Diploma
Ib Primary Years
Golden Gate American School
Verified
Location variesAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ib Diploma
Ib Middle Years
American Pacific International School
Verified
Phnom PenhAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
American University Of Phnom Penh High School Foxcroft Academy
Verified
Phnom PenhAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ap Course Ledger
Asian Hope International School
Verified
Phnom PenhAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
19 more verified schools in Cambodia are available in the School Finder, with filters for city, age, language, credentials, and tuition.
School records are maintained from direct school pages, public credential directories, public registry claims, and carefully labeled directory/community sources. Admissions, seat availability, and tuition can change quickly, so Freedom Abroad treats unpublished costs as “Contact school” instead of estimating.
Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Cambodia
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Environment
ModerateAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Cambodia
Pollution Index
48/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
24.1ug/m3
Moderate
Environmental Quality
Air Quality100/100
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Cambodia, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Cambodia?
Cambodia has a cost of living index of 36 relative to New York City (100). It is significantly cheaper than the US. Monthly costs for a single person start around $752 in Battambang and reach $946 in Phnom Penh.
What is the cheapest city in Cambodia for expats?
Battambang is the most affordable city in Cambodia in Freedom Abroad estimates, with estimated monthly costs of $752 for a single person including rent. Siem Reap is the next most affordable at $758/mo.
Is Cambodia safe for expats?
Cambodia has a safety index of 83/100, making it very safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Battambang scores highest on safety at 85/100.
What is the best city in Cambodia for expats and digital nomads?
Battambang ranks highest for quality of life in Cambodia, scoring 136/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $752/mo for a single person.
How good is healthcare in Cambodia?
Cambodia scores 52/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it adequate by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
Is Cambodia cheaper than the United States?
Yes. Cambodia's cost of living is roughly 64% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 73% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
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