Expat & Tourism Statistics
Key figures, trends and growth projections for tourism in Siem Reap, Cambodia. Data sourced from the Ministry of Tourism and Angkor Enterprise.
Understanding the numbers behind Siem Reap helps you plan smarter. How many expats live here? Where do tourists come from? What does the growth trajectory look like? Here are the latest figures, drawn from publicly available sources.
Expat Community
Total expats
2,800
Estimated residents
Tourism Overview
Annual Visitors to Siem Reap
In millions of visitors
Source: Cambodia Ministry of Tourism, Angkor Enterprise
Top Visitor Nationalities (2024)
Share of total arrivals (%)
Source: Cambodia Ministry of Tourism
Hotel Occupancy Rate
Average annual occupancy (%)
Source: Cambodia Hotel Association
Recovery Projections
Expected recovery towards pre-COVID levels (2019 = 100%)
Source: Ministry of Tourism projections, World Bank estimates
Key Insights
New International Airport
The Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (SAI) opened in October 2023, replacing the old airport. With capacity for 7 million passengers/year, it positions Siem Reap for a strong tourism surge and direct international connections.
Peak Season: November to March
The cool, dry season from November to March draws the highest visitor numbers. Temperatures are pleasant (24-32°C), ideal for temple exploration. Shoulder months (October, April) offer great value with fewer crowds.
Angkor Wat Ticket Revenue
Angkor Enterprise manages the Angkor Archaeological Park ticketing. Revenue reached $60M+ pre-COVID (2019). The 2024 recovery trend shows steady growth with 1-day passes at $37 and 3-day passes at $62.
Growth Outlook 2025–2030
Cambodia targets 7 million international visitors by 2030. Siem Reap benefits from the new airport, improved road infrastructure to Phnom Penh, and growing interest from Chinese and Korean tourism markets.
Siem Reap is on an upward trajectory. The new airport, growing tourism numbers, and expanding expat community all point to a city with momentum. The best time to settle in is before the crowd discovers it.