Cost of Living in Penang, Malaysia
Malaysia · Southeast Asia
Monthly budget from $575 — full breakdown for 2026.
Budget
$575
/mo
Standard
$1,060
/mo
Comfort
$1,960
/mo
Monthly cost breakdown
| Housing | Food | Transport | Leisure | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | $280 | $170 | $45 | $80 | $575/mo |
| Standard | $520 | $300 | $80 | $160 | $1,060/mo |
| Comfort | $1,000 | $480 | $160 | $320 | $1,960/mo |
Data: World Bank, IMF, OECD. Updated daily.
About this city
UNESCO heritage town famous for street art, world-class hawker food, and relaxed pace
Internet: 50 Mbps
Safety: 4.3/5
Nomad score: 4.3/5