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Houston or Phnom Penh

Comprehensive comparison between Houston (USA) and Phnom Penh (Cambodia). Analyze differences in purchasing power, housing, safety, and visas to make your next move.

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Based on 2026 cost of living data, Phnom Penh is more affordable than Houston. Houston has a cost rating of 60/100, while Phnom Penh has a cost rating of 24/100.
In terms of safety, Phnom Penh ranks higher with a safety score of 74/100, compared to Houston at 76/100. Houston's safety score is 74/100 and Phnom Penh's safety score is 76/100.
Average rent in Houston is typically $1,400 - $1,950 per month, whereas typical rent in Phnom Penh averages €400 - €700 per month.
For Houston, the visa process is rated as: Energy, Medical & Aerospace Visa Sponsorship (Extensive H-1B, O-1, and J-1 visa sponsorship by Texas Medical Center institutions, energy multinationals, and NASA aerospace contractors.). For Phnom Penh, the process is rated as: 1-Year Ordinary Business Visa (EB Visa) (Cambodia offers the easiest 1-year renewable Ordinary (EB) Business Visa in Southeast Asia, with zero complicated income proofs.).