In Batu Pahat, Malaysia, a family of four typically needs around $1787 per month including rent. A single person may spend about $750 monthly.
Compared to the European benchmark, Batu Pahat is 30% cheaper overall.
Batu Pahat is 71% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Batu Pahat is, on average, 87% lower than in New York City.
Batu Pahat tends to fit higher-income residents who can comfortably absorb housing costs. It can be challenging on a moderate budget, mainly due to rent and utilities.
The main driver of expenses in Batu Pahat is rent and utilities, which can be significant for residents. This can create a perception of higher costs compared to other areas.
Food costs in Batu Pahat are 7% lower than the European benchmark, making it relatively affordable. Residents can find a variety of dining options within a reasonable budget.
Public transport in Batu Pahat is 69% lower than the European benchmark, offering an economical way to navigate the city. This affordability makes it accessible for many residents.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 2.53 $ |
| Dinner | 24.2 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 4.12 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 4.79 $ |
| Capuccino | 2.69 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 0.66 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.95 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 0.96 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.54 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 1.89 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 12.5 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 5.15 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 8.67 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.77 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.55 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.46 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.66 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.28 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.03 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.39 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 1.07 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 32.8 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 3.7 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 4.3 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 0.68 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 17.9 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 0.49 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 10.9 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 19.7 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 4.25 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 3.57 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 1.68 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 1.7 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 46 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 71 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 33.9 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 232 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 384 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 314 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 605 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 1,663 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 994 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 807 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 3.07% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 37.7 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 4.84 $ |
| Haircut | 5.92 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 71.1 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 120 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 192 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 7,648 $ |