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Kuala Lumpur vs George Town

Malaysia vs Malaysia · 293 km apart

Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia

RM2,895 ($616)

single / month

VS

George Town

Malaysia

RM2,322 ($494)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseKuala LumpurGeorge TownCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$6.24$5.09George Town
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$24.96$20.35George Town
Cappuccino$1.87$1.53George Town
Monthly groceries (single person)$141$115George Town
Monthly public transport pass$22.88$18.66George Town
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$60.32$49.18George Town
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$17.47$14.25George Town
Fitness club membership$17.47$14.25George Town
Cinema ticket$4.58$3.73George Town
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$287$223George Town
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$200$155George Town
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$600$465George Town
Total single-person budget$616$494George Town
Average net salary$1,170$954

Verdict

George Town is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Kuala Lumpur runs about $616 versus $494 in George Town — a difference of roughly 20%.

Salary-adjusted, Kuala Lumpur leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Kuala Lumpur  ·  Full cost of living in George Town

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kuala Lumpur cheaper than George Town?
No. Kuala Lumpur costs an estimated $616 per month for a single person, about 20% more than George Town at $494.
How far is Kuala Lumpur from George Town?
The straight-line distance between Kuala Lumpur and George Town is approximately 293 km (182 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Kuala Lumpur or George Town?
The estimated average net salary is $1,170 in Kuala Lumpur and $954 in George Town. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $554 in Kuala Lumpur versus $460 in George Town per month.