What’s the Cost of Living Like in Malaysia’s Top 3 Cities? 🌇💸

Hi everyone,

I’m considering a move to Malaysia and want to know more about the cost of living in the top 3 cities: Kuala Lumpur, George Town (Penang), and Johor Bahru. I’d love to hear from locals or expats who are currently living there or have lived there recently.

Here are a few things I’m curious about:

  1. Housing Costs: What’s the average rent for a single person or small family in a decent area?

  2. Groceries & Eating Out: How affordable is it to cook at home vs. dining out?

  3. Transportation: Is public transport reliable and cost-effective, or would I need a car?

  4. Utilities & Internet: How much should I budget for electricity, water, and internet?

  5. Lifestyle Costs: Entertainment, gyms, shopping, etc.—what’s the vibe and affordability?

  6. Educational Opportunities : Any suggestion if I wanna have an degree/ deploma in UIUX/similar design fields.

If you’ve lived in more than one of these cities, I’d especially appreciate a comparison. Any insights, tips, or breakdowns would be super helpful for me (and probably others planning a move too)!

Thanks in advance for sharing your experience! 🙏