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Nairobi or Phnom Penh

Comprehensive comparison between Nairobi (Kenya) 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 Nairobi. Nairobi has a cost rating of 85/100, 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 Nairobi at 76/100. Nairobi's safety score is 55/100 and Phnom Penh's safety score is 76/100.
Average rent in Nairobi is typically $1,200 per month, whereas typical rent in Phnom Penh averages €400 - €700 per month.
For Nairobi, the visa process is rated as: Accessible (Kenya recently moved to an ETA system; work permits are standard for professionals.). 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.).