In Sibu, Malaysia, a family of four typically needs around $1470 per month including rent. A single person may spend about $586 monthly.
Compared to the European benchmark, Sibu is 45% cheaper overall.
Sibu is 75% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Sibu is, on average, 91% lower than in New York City.
Sibu 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 higher costs in Sibu is rent and utilities, which can be significant for residents. This factor often influences overall affordability.
Food in Sibu is 23% lower than the European benchmark, making it relatively affordable. Residents can enjoy a variety of options without overspending.
Public transport is 65% lower than the European benchmark, providing an economical way to navigate the city. This affordability enhances accessibility for residents.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 1.92 $ |
| Dinner | 8.8 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 4.46 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 2.87 $ |
| Capuccino | 2.1 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 0.65 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.52 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 1.25 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 0.9 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 1.8 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 14.3 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.17 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 6.02 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.11 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.19 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.93 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.6 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.2 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 2.4 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.8 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 2.31 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 18.9 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.27 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 4.09 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 0.73 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 15.6 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 0.49 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 8.74 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 23.7 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 2.86 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 3.46 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 1.5 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 1.49 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 32 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 50 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 19 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 164 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 348 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 255 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 525 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 1,636 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 1,105 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 535 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 4.09% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 46 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 4.39 $ |
| Haircut | 4.83 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 60.5 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 58 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 38 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 6,160 $ |