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Mexico City or Phnom Penh

Comprehensive comparison between Mexico City (Mexico) 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 Mexico City. Mexico City has a cost rating of 80/100, while Phnom Penh has a cost rating of 24/100.
In terms of safety, Phnom Penh ranks higher with a safety score of 55/100, compared to Mexico City at 76/100. Mexico City's safety score is 55/100 and Phnom Penh's safety score is 76/100.
Average rent in Mexico City is typically Mex$20,054.34 per month, whereas typical rent in Phnom Penh averages €400 - €700 per month.
For Mexico City, the visa process is rated as: Expat Friendly (One of the most accessible residency permits in the Americas for remote workers.). 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.).