Battambang

🇰🇭Cambodia•Southeast Asia

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living27

Safety67

Healthcare44

Career Opportunities41

Climate52

Transport51

Air Quality62.5

Family Friendliness52

Education38

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Battambang a good place to live?

Battambang scores 49/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 27/100), moderately safe (safety: 67/100), and has limited healthcare (healthcare: 44/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Battambang?

Battambang has a cost of living score of 27/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Battambang?

Battambang has a transport score of 51/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Battambang?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Battambang are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Battambang safe for expats?

Battambang has a safety score of 67/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 62.5/100.

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