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Sihanoukville, Cambodia

Preah Sihanouk · 🇰🇭 Cambodia

Sihanoukville is a mid-size city in Preah Sihanouk, Cambodia with a population of 73,036. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
73,036 Population 2,364/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
122.8 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

Population73,036
Median Age26.4 yrs
Density2,364/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 Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI82 (Moderate)
Rain122.8 in/yr
Sunny Days172/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband60.7%
Population73,036
Population Density2,364 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates10.6093°, 103.5296°
TimezoneAsia/Phnom_Penh
Country🇰🇭 Cambodia
State / ProvincePreah Sihanouk
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation122.8 inches (3,119 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age26.4 years

Is Sihanoukville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sihanoukville receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Sihanoukville 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

Sihanoukville has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 172 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 122.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 82.

Sihanoukville has a population of 73,036 with a density of 2,364 people per square mile, spread across 30.9 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

73,036
Total Population
2,364
People / sq mi
26.4yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
30.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Sihanoukville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sihanoukville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sihanoukville 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: Sihanoukville 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 Sihanoukville, 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: Sihanoukville 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

Sihanoukville has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 172 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 122.8 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 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average81.3°F
51% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days172 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall122.8 inches
223% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median82.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %62.9%

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area30.9 sq mi (80.0 km²)
Population Density2,364/sq mi
Coordinates10.6093°N, 103.5296°W
TimezoneAsia/Phnom_Penh

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 81°F (27°C) 1.2 in
March 83°F (28°C) 4.0 in
April 84°F (29°C) 5.4 in Warmest
May 83°F (28°C) 12.5 in
June 82°F (28°C) 19.6 in
July 81°F (27°C) 24.1 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 20.4 in
September 81°F (27°C) 19.0 in
October 81°F (27°C) 11.3 in
November 80°F (27°C) 3.8 in
December 80°F (27°C) 0.9 in

Sihanoukville has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 80°F in January to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 122.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (24.1") and January the driest (0.6").

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 Density2,364/sq mi
Total Area30.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sihanoukville

What is the population of Sihanoukville?

Sihanoukville has a population of 73,036 residents and is located in Cambodia. The population density is 2,364 people per square mile, spread across 30.9 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 Sihanoukville expensive to live in?

Sihanoukville 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 Sihanoukville?

Sihanoukville has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 172 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 122.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 82.

How is the job market in Sihanoukville?

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

How are the schools in Sihanoukville?

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

How healthy is Sihanoukville?

The obesity rate in Sihanoukville 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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