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Tumpat vs Ipoh

Malaysia vs Malaysia · 215 km apart

Tumpat

Malaysia

RM2,181 ($464)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Ipoh

Malaysia

RM2,322 ($494)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Tumpat	Ipoh	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$4.80	$5.09	Tumpat
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$19.20	$20.35	Tumpat
Cappuccino	$1.44	$1.53	Tumpat
Monthly groceries (single person)	$109	$115	Tumpat
Monthly public transport pass	$17.60	$18.66	Tumpat
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$46.40	$49.18	Tumpat
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$13.44	$14.25	Tumpat
Fitness club membership	$13.44	$14.25	Tumpat
Cinema ticket	$3.52	$3.73	Tumpat
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$207	$223	Tumpat
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$144	$155	Tumpat
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$432	$465	Tumpat
Total single-person budget	$464	$494	Tumpat
Average net salary	$900	$954

Verdict

Tumpat is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Tumpat runs about $464 versus $494 in Ipoh — a difference of roughly 6%.

Salary-adjusted, Ipoh 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 Tumpat · Full cost of living in Ipoh

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tumpat cheaper than Ipoh?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $464 per month in Tumpat versus $494 in Ipoh — about 6% less.

How far is Tumpat from Ipoh?

The straight-line distance between Tumpat and Ipoh is approximately 215 km (134 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Tumpat or Ipoh?

The estimated average net salary is $900 in Tumpat and $954 in Ipoh. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $436 in Tumpat versus $460 in Ipoh per month.