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Phnom Penh vs Kampong Cham

Cambodia vs Cambodia · 76 km apart

Phnom Penh

Cambodia

៛2,311,950 ($564)

single / month

VS

Kampong Cham

Cambodia

៛1,738,400 ($424)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpensePhnom PenhKampong ChamCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$5.46$4.20Kampong Cham
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$21.84$16.80Kampong Cham
Cappuccino$1.64$1.26Kampong Cham
Monthly groceries (single person)$124$95.20Kampong Cham
Monthly public transport pass$20.02$15.40Kampong Cham
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$52.78$40.60Kampong Cham
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$15.29$11.76Kampong Cham
Fitness club membership$15.29$11.76Kampong Cham
Cinema ticket$4.00$3.08Kampong Cham
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$287$207Kampong Cham
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$200$144Kampong Cham
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$600$432Kampong Cham
Total single-person budget$564$424Kampong Cham
Average net salary$390$300

Verdict

Kampong Cham is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Phnom Penh runs about $564 versus $424 in Kampong Cham — a difference of roughly 25%.

Salary-adjusted, Kampong Cham leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Phnom Penh  ·  Full cost of living in Kampong Cham

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Phnom Penh cheaper than Kampong Cham?
No. Phnom Penh costs an estimated $564 per month for a single person, about 25% more than Kampong Cham at $424.
How far is Phnom Penh from Kampong Cham?
The straight-line distance between Phnom Penh and Kampong Cham is approximately 76 km (47 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Phnom Penh or Kampong Cham?
The estimated average net salary is $390 in Phnom Penh and $300 in Kampong Cham. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Phnom Penh versus $0 in Kampong Cham per month.