Cost of Living, Safety & Expat Guide (2026)

Paraguay

Cambodia
Based on our comparison, Sihanoukville wins 5 out of 8 categories.Ciudad del Este wins 3 categories.
For digital nomads choosing between Ciudad del Este and Sihanoukville, the answer depends on your priorities. Here's our analysis:
Best for Budget
Sihanoukville
$789/mo
Best Internet
Ciudad del Este
70 Mbps
Best NomadIQ Score
Ciudad del Este
6.9/10
Our Recommendation: Choose Sihanoukville if budget is your top priority, or Ciudad del Este if you need the fastest internet for remote work.
When comparing Ciudad del Este and Sihanoukville for digital nomads, several factors come into play.
Cost of Living: Sihanoukville is the more budget-friendly option at $789/month versus Ciudad del Este's $865/month.
Internet & Remote Work: Ciudad del Este leads with 70 Mbps average internet speed, ideal for video calls and large file transfers. Sihanoukville offers 50 Mbps.
Safety: With a safety score of 4.6/10, Ciudad del Este provides a more secure environment than Sihanoukville (3.8/10).
Overall: Ciudad del Este earns a higher NomadIQ score of 6.9/10, making it slightly more suited for the digital nomad lifestyle.
Sihanoukville is 9% cheaper than Ciudad del Este.
Ciudad del Este has a higher safety score (4.6/10) compared to Sihanoukville (3.8/10).
4.6/10
Ciudad del Este
3.8/10
Sihanoukville
For remote workers, internet speed is crucial. Ciudad del Este offers faster internet at 70 Mbps vs 50 Mbps.
70 Mbps
Ciudad del Este
50 Mbps
Sihanoukville
Based on our analysis, Sihanoukville edges out as the better choice for expats, winning 5 of 8 comparison factors.
Ciudad del Este: Best for those prioritizing amenities
Sihanoukville: Best for budget-conscious expats
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