Siem Reap

🇰🇭Cambodia•Southeast Asia

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living32

Safety66

Healthcare46

Career Opportunities43

Climate54

Transport54

Air Quality60.5

Family Friendliness51

Education39

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 Siem Reap a good place to live?

Siem Reap scores 51/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 32/100), moderately safe (safety: 66/100), and has limited healthcare (healthcare: 46/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Siem Reap?

Siem Reap has a cost of living score of 32/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Siem Reap?

Siem Reap has a transport score of 54/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Siem Reap?

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

▸Is Siem Reap safe for expats?

Siem Reap has a safety score of 66/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 60.5/100.

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