Skyline of Kratie
Cost of Living: 62 100,000

Kratie, Cambodia

Kratie is a major city in Cambodia with a population of 100,000.

Updated August 11, 2026
Cost of Living 62

Below Average vs Cambodia Avg (100)

Housing Index 65

Affordable

Median Income ៛ 2,400,000

Household income

Unemployment 5.0%

Job market health

Kratie vs Cambodia Average

Cost of Living
Kratie: 62
Cambodia Avg: 100
Housing Index
Kratie: 65
Cambodia Avg: 100

Taxes

  • State Income Tax: None
  • Sales Tax: 10.0%

Economy & Jobs

  • Median Income: ៛ 2,400,000
  • Unemployment: 5.0%
  • Population: 100,000

Climate

  • Sunny Days: 260/year
  • Summer High: 88°F
  • Winter Low: 72°F
  • Farming Zone: USDA Zone 7b

Housing

  • Median Home: ៛60,000
  • 1BR Rent: ៛150/mo

Cost of Living

Kratie's cost of living index is 62 (Cambodia average = 100).

CategoryKratieNational AverageDifference
Overall62100-38.0%
Housing65100-35.0%

Data source: Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER), 2026

Housing Market

MetricValue
Median Home Price៛60,000
Median Rent (1BR)៛150/mo
Median Rent (2BR)៛188/mo
Price per Sq Ft៛40

Data source: Zillow Research, 2026

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Utilities

Estimated monthly utility costs for a typical household in Kratie:

UtilityEstimated Monthly CostNotes
Electricity៛80000
Heating & CoolingN/AEstimated based on local climate.
Cooling (AC)៛64Estimated based on local climate and electricity rates
Water៛20000Includes sewer
Internet (100+ Mbps)៛50000Broadband average
Garbage / TrashIncluded in taxesMunicipal service (covered by property taxes)
Total Utilities៛150064Monthly estimate (including heating & cooling)

Data sources: U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) 2024, EPA/AWWA water rate surveys, BroadbandNow

Remote Work Score

Kratie scores —/100 for remote work readiness:

Cost of Living
62
Rent
៛150
Sunny Days
260
Tax
None
Unemployment
5.0%
Climate
88°F / 72°F
Safety
2.0 homicides/100k
Population
100,000
Internet Speed
30 Mbps

Climate

Kratie has a varied climate with distinct seasons.

MonthAvg HighAvg LowRainfall
January92°F72°F2.5"
April73°F87°F2.8"
July88°F63°F1.5"
October68°F90°F2.2"
USDA Zone 7b

Mild — wide variety of vegetables, many fruit trees

Natural Hazards

Kratie faces the following natural hazards:

Typhoon High Risk

Significant typhoon risk.

Flood High Risk

Mekong River floods during monsoon season.

Heat Wave High Risk

Extreme summer heat.

Earthquake Moderate Risk

Moderate seismic activity with occasional earthquakes.

Based on historical records and geographic risk assessment.

Taxes

  • State Income Tax: 0% (None)
  • Sales Tax: 10%
  • Property Tax: ~0.1% of assessed value

Economy & Jobs

Major industries include technology, healthcare, education, and manufacturing. The unemployment rate is 5.0%.

Schools & Education

Total Schools

Academic Schedule

School Hours 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Academic Year October to August
Term System Semester — 1st (Oct-Feb), 2nd (Mar-Aug)
Summer Break August to October (8 weeks)
Winter Break Khmer New Year in April (2 weeks)
Spring Break Pchum Ben in September/October (1 week)

Many schools operate double shifts due to teacher shortages.

Important Disclaimer: All data on this page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, tax, or real estate advice. URCity and Northshore Press are not financial advisors, tax professionals, or real estate agents. Always consult qualified professionals before making relocation or financial decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Kratie, Cambodia?

The cost of living index in Kratie is 62, which is Lower the Cambodia national average of 100.

How much does it cost to buy a home in Kratie?

The median home price in Kratie is ៛60,000. The housing index is 65.

What is the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment?

The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Kratie is approximately ៛150/mo.

Does Kratie, Kratie have income tax?

Kratie is in Kratie, which has no income tax.

What is the climate like in Kratie?

Kratie enjoys approximately 260 sunny days per year. Summer highs reach around 88°F, while winter lows can drop to around 72°F.

Data Sources

  • Cost of Living: Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER), 2026
  • Housing Data: Zillow Research, 2026
  • Income & Employment: US Census Bureau American Community Survey, 2024
  • Utilities U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) 2024, EPA/AWWA water rate surveys, BroadbandNow

Data last updated: August 12, 2026. Data may not reflect current market conditions. Always verify with local sources before making relocation decisions.