Tumpat, Kelantan, Malaysia · Population 186,300
▼ -6% vs Malaysia average
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | RM22.56 ($4.80) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | RM90.24 ($19.20) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | RM6.77 ($1.44) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | RM511 ($109) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | RM82.72 ($17.60) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | RM218 ($46.40) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | RM63.17 ($13.44) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | RM63.17 ($13.44) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | RM16.54 ($3.52) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | RM973 ($207) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | RM677 ($144) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | RM2,030 ($432) | per month |
The estimated average net salary in Tumpat 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.
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RM2,322 ($494) / moTumpat 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 Tumpat 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.