Malaysia vs Malaysia · 176 km apart
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Kuala Lumpur | Ipoh | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $6.24 | $5.09 | Ipoh |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $24.96 | $20.35 | Ipoh |
| Cappuccino | $1.87 | $1.53 | Ipoh |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $141 | $115 | Ipoh |
| Monthly public transport pass | $22.88 | $18.66 | Ipoh |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $60.32 | $49.18 | Ipoh |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $17.47 | $14.25 | Ipoh |
| Fitness club membership | $17.47 | $14.25 | Ipoh |
| Cinema ticket | $4.58 | $3.73 | Ipoh |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $287 | $223 | Ipoh |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $200 | $155 | Ipoh |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $600 | $465 | Ipoh |
| Total single-person budget | $616 | $494 | Ipoh |
| Average net salary | $1,170 | $954 |
Ipoh is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Kuala Lumpur runs about $616 versus $494 in Ipoh — 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 Ipoh