Cambodia runs on US dollars, setup costs are comparatively low, and the long-stay visa extension system has historically been among the most accessible in the region.
For foreigners seriously weighing a long-term base in Southeast Asia, it's worth understanding what that accessibility means on the ground — and where practical limits still apply.
Budget
~$700 to $1,000
Local-area apartment, market shopping and street food, tuk-tuk and motorbike transport
Comfortable
~$1,100 to $1,600
BKK1 or Riverside apartment, mixed dining, occasional Western restaurants, private clinic access
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