CostLens
HomeMalaysia › Putrajaya

Cost of Living in Putrajaya

Putrajaya, Putrajaya, Malaysia · Population 109,202

▼ -6% vs Malaysia average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)RM2,181 ($464)
Couple, monthlyRM3,894 ($829)
Family of four, monthlyRM5,059 ($1,076)

Estimated Prices in Putrajaya

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantRM22.56 ($4.80)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeRM90.24 ($19.20)per meal
CappuccinoRM6.77 ($1.44)each
Monthly groceries (single person)RM511 ($109)per month
Monthly public transport passRM82.72 ($17.60)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentRM218 ($46.40)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)RM63.17 ($13.44)per month
Fitness club membershipRM63.17 ($13.44)per month
Cinema ticketRM16.54 ($3.52)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreRM973 ($207)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreRM677 ($144)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreRM2,030 ($432)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Putrajaya is RM4,230 ($900) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of RM2,181 ($464) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly RM2,835 ($603) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (RM677 ($144)) represents about 31% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Putrajaya

Putrajaya vs Kuala LumpurPutrajaya vs KlangPutrajaya vs IpohPutrajaya vs Taman RiaPutrajaya vs Seberang JayaPutrajaya vs Johor Bahru

Nearby Cities

Kajang

13 km away · Selangor

Kampung Baharu Nilai

18 km away · Negeri Sembilan

Petaling Jaya

22 km away · Selangor

Kuala Lumpur

24 km away · Kuala Lumpur

Shah Alam

24 km away · Selangor

Klang

29 km away · Selangor

Seremban

35 km away · Negeri Sembilan

Port Dickson

48 km away · Negeri Sembilan

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 Putrajaya

Putrajaya is one of the key cities in Malaysia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is RM2,181 ($464), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around RM677 ($144) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to RM5,059 ($1,076) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately RM3,894 ($829) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Putrajaya is RM4,230 ($900). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least RM2,835 ($603) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Putrajaya expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated RM2,181 ($464) per month in Putrajaya including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Malaysia.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Putrajaya?
A net salary of around RM2,835 ($603) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Putrajaya with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Putrajaya is RM4,230 ($900).
How much is rent in Putrajaya?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated RM973 ($207) per month in the city centre and RM677 ($144) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about RM2,030 ($432).
Is Putrajaya cheaper than Malaysia on average?
Yes — Putrajaya is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Malaysia average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Putrajaya?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at RM511 ($109) in Putrajaya. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about RM23 ($5) and a cappuccino runs around RM7 ($1).
How do transport costs in Putrajaya compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Putrajaya is estimated at RM83 ($18). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Putrajaya are estimates based on Malaysia national averages adjusted for city size (population 109,202). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.