Cambodia
Khmer Temples, Mekong Mysteries
Overview
Home to the magnificent Angkor Wat temple complex, this Southeast Asian nation is rebuilding from the Khmer Rouge era with a fast-growing tourism economy and youthful population.
Geographic Context
Region
Asia
Subregion
South-Eastern Asia
Land Area
181,035 km²
Capital
Phnom Penh
Languages
Khmer
Currencies
Cambodian riel (៛), United States dollar ($)
At a Glance
25
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
26
Freedom
29
Security
19
Life Expectancy
68.9 yrs
Median Age
25.8 yrs
Urbanization
26%
Cost Index
33
Housing Index
15
Healthcare Access
31/100
Climate
Average Temperature
27.4°C
Average AQI
28
Most Temperate Cities
1 Srŏk Chol Kiri 28.5°C
2 Srŏk Kâmpóng Léav 28.3°C
3 Srŏk Khsăch Kândal 28.3°C
4 Srŏk Mésang 28.3°C
5 Srŏk Prasat Bakong 28.3°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Srŏk Malai 18 AQI
2 Srŏk Svay Chék 18 AQI
3 Khan Sala Krau 18 AQI
4 Srŏk Ou Chum 22 AQI
5 Srŏk Koun Mom 22 AQI
Cities
Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 33
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 15
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 20.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Top Income Tax 20.00%
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 5/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 47/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 53 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 18
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 2.09% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 43 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
Disaster Risk 43/100
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025