In Taiping, Malaysia, living costs about $759 per month for one person and $1595 for a family of four, including rent.
Overall living costs in Taiping are 29% cheaper than the European benchmark.
Taiping is 42% cheaper than Columbus, without rent.
Rent in Taiping is, on average, 73% lower than in Columbus.
Taiping is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by transport and rent & utilities. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.
Taiping's costs are influenced by rent & utilities, which can be a significant expense for residents. This factor can make living in the city feel more costly.
Food costs in Taiping are 13% lower than the European benchmark, making it relatively affordable. Residents can enjoy a variety of dining options without overspending.
Public transport in Taiping is 81% 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 | 3.54 $ |
| Dinner | 30.2 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 4.79 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 3.15 $ |
| Capuccino | 1.86 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 0.48 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.52 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 0.73 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 0.5 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 1.25 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 12.4 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.55 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 8.71 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.81 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.57 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.1 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.38 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.57 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.04 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.32 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 1.04 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 33.3 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 3.09 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 4.65 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 0.65 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 9.93 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 0.5 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 3.13 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 85.4 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 3.24 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 3.92 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 1.2 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 0.49 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 57 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 89 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 32.8 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 268 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 261 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 320 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 356 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 649 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 516 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 658 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 3.06% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 12.9 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 7.06 $ |
| Haircut | 12.9 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 34.1 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 28.9 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 168 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 7,591 $ |