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Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Phnom Penh · 🇰🇭 Cambodia

Phnom Penh is a major city in Phnom Penh, Cambodia with a population of 1,573,544. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
1,573,544 Population 6,007/sq mi density
66 ft Elevation 20 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
51.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Phnom Penh Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 4.4%
86% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
93% lower than US avg

People

Population1,573,544
Median Age26.4 yrs
Density6,007/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,430
Unemployment0.3%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity4.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking12.9%
Depression5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
AQI82 (Moderate)
Rain51.9 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+71.9%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband60.7%
Population1,573,544
Population Density6,007 / sq mi
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates11.5625°, 104.9160°
TimezoneAsia/Phnom_Penh
Country🇰🇭 Cambodia
State / ProvincePhnom Penh
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation51.9 inches (1,318 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age26.4 years

Is Phnom Penh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Phnom Penh receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Phnom Penh faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Phnom Penh has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 82.

Phnom Penh has a population of 1,573,544 with a density of 6,007 people per square mile, spread across 262.0 square miles. The median age is 26.4 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49% male. 6.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 62.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,573,544
Total Population
6,007
People / sq mi
26.4yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
262.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Phnom Penh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Phnom Penh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Phnom Penh is N/A. Per capita income is $2,430 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 33, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Phnom Penh vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,430

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
93% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living33.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Phnom Penh, 4.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 25.7% have high blood pressure. 12.9% are current smokers. 5.4% report binge drinking. 91.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 5.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Phnom Penh vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity4.4%
86% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
High Blood Pressure25.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.9%
8% below US avg
Binge Drinking5.4%
Physical Inactivity91.6%
Depression5.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate62.0%

Food & Exercise

Phnom Penh has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 82 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 63% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average82.5°F
53% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.9 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median82.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %62.9%

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area262.0 sq mi (678.5 km²)
Population Density6,007/sq mi
Coordinates11.5625°N, 104.9160°W
TimezoneAsia/Phnom_Penh

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in Driest
February 81°F (27°C) 0.4 in
March 84°F (29°C) 1.1 in
April 86°F (30°C) 2.4 in Warmest
May 85°F (30°C) 5.9 in
June 84°F (29°C) 5.6 in
July 83°F (28°C) 5.8 in
August 83°F (28°C) 6.2 in
September 82°F (28°C) 8.6 in
October 82°F (28°C) 9.8 in Wettest
November 81°F (27°C) 4.7 in
December 79°F (26°C) 1.1 in Coldest

Phnom Penh has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 79°F in December to 86°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 51.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.8") and January the driest (0.2").

10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 71.9% have completed high school. 60.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+71.9%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density6,007/sq mi
Total Area262.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Phnom Penh

What is the population of Phnom Penh?

Phnom Penh has a population of 1,573,544 residents and is located in Cambodia. The population density is 6,007 people per square mile, spread across 262.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.

Is Phnom Penh expensive to live in?

Phnom Penh is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 33 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Phnom Penh?

Phnom Penh has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 82.

How is the job market in Phnom Penh?

The job market in Phnom Penh is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.3% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Phnom Penh?

10.0% of adults in Phnom Penh hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.9% have completed high school.

How healthy is Phnom Penh?

The obesity rate in Phnom Penh is 4.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 12.9% of adults are smokers. 91.6% are physically inactive. 5.0% of residents report depression.

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