Cost of living · Cambodia
Cost of living in Sihanoukville (2026)
For one person renting a one-bed, Sihanoukville runs about $795/month on a budget and around $1200/month living comfortably — rent included. Here's where the money goes.
Monthly budget breakdown
Baseline: one person, one-bed apartment, getting around by scooter, eating out. Adjust it in the calculator →
| Expense | Budget | Comfortable |
|---|---|---|
| Rent (1-bed) | $450 | $450 |
| Food & eating out | $170 | $340 |
| Transport | $40 | $80 |
| Utilities & internet | $50 | $100 |
| Phone / SIM | $5 | $10 |
| Fun & misc | $80 | $220 |
| Total | $795 | $1200 |
Rent in Sihanoukville by home size
Live figures are the median of current listings; the rest are typical asking prices.
Studio
$250/mo
typical asking price
1-bed
$450/mo
typical asking price
2-bed
$700/mo
typical asking price
3-bed+
$980/mo
typical asking price
Sihanoukville cost of living FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Sihanoukville per month?
A single person renting a one-bed typically spends about $795/month on a budget and around $1200/month living comfortably in Sihanoukville — including rent. Couples and families scale mainly on the food, transport and utilities lines.
How much is rent in Sihanoukville?
Typical monthly rents in Sihanoukville run roughly: Studio ~$250, 1-bed ~$450, 2-bed ~$700, 3-bed+ ~$980.
Is Sihanoukville cheap compared to other Southeast Asian cities?
Sihanoukville ranks 4 of 8 (1 = cheapest) among the cities we track, by baseline monthly budget. Use the calculator to compare cities side by side with your own lifestyle.