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Cost of Living in Pasir Gudang

Pasir Gudang, Johor, Malaysia · Population 534,659

▲ +0% vs Malaysia average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)RM2,322 ($494)
Couple, monthlyRM4,150 ($883)
Family of four, monthlyRM5,395 ($1,148)

Estimated Prices in Pasir Gudang

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantRM23.91 ($5.09)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeRM95.65 ($20.35)per meal
CappuccinoRM7.17 ($1.53)each
Monthly groceries (single person)RM542 ($115)per month
Monthly public transport passRM87.68 ($18.66)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentRM231 ($49.18)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)RM66.96 ($14.25)per month
Fitness club membershipRM66.96 ($14.25)per month
Cinema ticketRM17.54 ($3.73)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreRM1,046 ($223)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreRM728 ($155)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreRM2,184 ($465)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Pasir Gudang is RM4,484 ($954) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of RM2,322 ($494) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly RM3,019 ($642) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (RM728 ($155)) represents about 31% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

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14 km away · Johor

Johor Bahru

14 km away · Johor

Kampung Ulu Tiram

18 km away · Johor

Taman Senai

32 km away · Johor

Kulai

40 km away · Johor

Rengam

73 km away · Johor

Simpang Renggam

77 km away · Johor

Kluang

91 km away · Johor

Other Major Cities in Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur · pop. 8,911,000

RM2,895 ($616) / mo

Klang

Selangor · pop. 878,000

RM2,322 ($494) / mo

Ipoh

Perak · pop. 866,772

RM2,322 ($494) / mo

Taman Ria

Perak · pop. 858,118

RM2,322 ($494) / mo

Seberang Jaya

Pulau Pinang · pop. 815,767

RM2,322 ($494) / mo

Johor Bahru

Johor · pop. 797,882

RM2,322 ($494) / mo

George Town

Pulau Pinang · pop. 794,313

RM2,322 ($494) / mo

Petaling Jaya

Selangor · pop. 638,516

RM2,322 ($494) / mo

Living in Pasir Gudang

Pasir Gudang is one of the key cities in Malaysia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is RM2,322 ($494), placing it above the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around RM728 ($155) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to RM5,395 ($1,148) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately RM4,150 ($883) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Pasir Gudang is RM4,484 ($954). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least RM3,019 ($642) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pasir Gudang expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated RM2,322 ($494) per month in Pasir Gudang including rent outside the city centre. That is 0% more than the national average for Malaysia.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Pasir Gudang?
A net salary of around RM3,019 ($642) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Pasir Gudang with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Pasir Gudang is RM4,484 ($954).
How much is rent in Pasir Gudang?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated RM1,046 ($223) per month in the city centre and RM728 ($155) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about RM2,184 ($465).
Is Pasir Gudang cheaper than Malaysia on average?
No — Pasir Gudang is estimated to be about 0% more expensive than the Malaysia average, mainly due to housing demand.
What is the cost of groceries in Pasir Gudang?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at RM542 ($115) in Pasir Gudang. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about RM24 ($5) and a cappuccino runs around RM7 ($2).
How do transport costs in Pasir Gudang compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Pasir Gudang is estimated at RM88 ($19). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Pasir Gudang are estimates based on Malaysia national averages adjusted for city size (population 534,659). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.