Pros & Cons of Living in Cambodia in 2023
Every year, I ask myself the question of why I don’t live there yet - here’s what I came up with that has my decision swayed - for now.
Pros - Living in Southeast Asia
PRO: This beer only cost me $1 at a local corner store 🍺
Cambodia has a low cost of living, making it an affordable place to live
Colorado Rent is INSANE and Cambodian rent (even for an American) is so much more cost effective
Cambodia is a great place to learn new skills, with many opportunities to gain experience in a variety of industries such as becoming a digital nomad
Like I have in regard to writing blogs like this to encourage people to go there
The country has a low crime rate, making it a safe place to live
Our experience in Cambodia has been nothing but pleasant and safe - more recommendations on travel tips can be found here
Cambodian Culture is friendly and welcoming, making it easy to make friends and experience new things
The country is full of natural beauty and ancient temples making it a great place to explore endlessly
Cons of Living in Cambodia
Cambodia is still a developing country, meaning the infrastructure and public services may not be as well developed as other countries
After having been there 3 times since 2016 and again in 2022, the country has slowly been upgrading and improving it’s major city centers like in Siem Reap and parts of Phnom Penh
The language barrier can be difficult to overcome if you are not familiar with the language
From our experience, 90% of people speak enough English to understand what you’re trying to say
Healthcare in Cambodia is not as advanced as other countries, meaning medical treatment may not be as accessible
As someone living with complications from MS, it could be something to worry about, but it’s healthiest place in the world I’ve ever felt
Cambodia is prone to natural disasters such as floods, meaning it is important to stay informed about the risks
I do usually only visit during the dry season, but sometimes you can’t travel during certain times of year…
The country has a high poverty rate, meaning that there may be limited resources for some people
If you’re trying to make money off the locals with any creative services, I wouldn’t rely on it for your rent necessarily…
