Cost of Living in Selangor - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $653 (excluding rent), and $972 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,212 (excluding rent), and $1,842 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$2.63 MYR 10.67

$2.03 MYR 8.24

$7.17 MYR 29.11

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$23.49 MYR 95.4

$13.16 MYR 53.4

$58.7 MYR 238

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$3.71 MYR 15.07

$3.49 MYR 14.16

$5.80 MYR 23.55

Cappuccino

$2.34 MYR 9.50

$1.45 MYR 5.88

$4.35 MYR 17.67

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.72 MYR 2.94

$0.45 MYR 1.84

$1.59 MYR 6.46

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.36 MYR 1.48

$0.25 MYR 1.01

$0.98 MYR 3.96

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$4.29 MYR 17.42

$1.91 MYR 7.77

$13.12 MYR 53.3

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$5.32 MYR 21.60

$2.32 MYR 9.41

$8.10 MYR 32.88

Milk (1 liter)

$1.81 MYR 7.36

$1.37 MYR 5.58

$2.53 MYR 10.25

White Bread (500g)

$1.05 MYR 4.27

$0.72 MYR 2.94

$2.41 MYR 9.78

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.45 MYR 5.87

$0.93 MYR 3.78

$2.80 MYR 11.38

Eggs

$1.90 MYR 7.70

$1.34 MYR 5.43

$3.44 MYR 13.95

Local Cheese (1kg)

$14.63 MYR 59.4

$4.72 MYR 19.16

$35.42 MYR 144

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$4.73 MYR 19.21

$2.89 MYR 11.72

$7.21 MYR 29.27

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$9.77 MYR 39.67

$4.28 MYR 17.36

$17.11 MYR 69.5

Apples (1kg)

$2.86 MYR 11.59

$1.38 MYR 5.60

$4.61 MYR 18.70

Banana (1kg)

$1.64 MYR 6.67

$0.97 MYR 3.92

$2.42 MYR 9.84

Oranges (1kg)

$2.72 MYR 11.05

$1.21 MYR 4.90

$4.82 MYR 19.56

Tomato (1kg)

$1.47 MYR 5.96

$0.46 MYR 1.88

$4.64 MYR 18.83

Potato (1kg)

$1.28 MYR 5.21

$0.48 MYR 1.96

$2.42 MYR 9.84

Onion (1kg)

$1.00 MYR 4.08

$0.46 MYR 1.88

$2.32 MYR 9.43

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.08 MYR 4.40

$0.70 MYR 2.84

$1.86 MYR 7.56

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.55 MYR 2.22

$0.36 MYR 1.46

$1.09 MYR 4.44

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$4.17 MYR 16.92

$3.98 MYR 16.17

$6.95 MYR 28.22

Wine (Bottle)

$18.42 MYR 74.8

$12.28 MYR 49.86

$36.84 MYR 150

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$3.37 MYR 13.67

$1.20 MYR 4.87

$5.99 MYR 24.33

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$4.27 MYR 17.34

$2.33 MYR 9.45

$6.97 MYR 28.30

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.68 MYR 2.75

$0.27 MYR 1.08

$1.34 MYR 5.46

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$11.55 MYR 46.88

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$1.15 MYR 4.66

$0.69 MYR 2.80

$1.37 MYR 5.56

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$1.11 MYR 4.49

$0.89 MYR 3.61

$1.32 MYR 5.37

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$4.36 MYR 17.70

$2.39 MYR 9.72

$6.34 MYR 25.73

Gasoline (1 liter)

$0.49 MYR 2.00

$0.48 MYR 1.96

$0.72 MYR 2.91

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$40.2K MYR 163.1K

$35.5K MYR 143.9K

$47.3K MYR 191.9K

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$31.2K MYR 126.6K

$28.1K MYR 114.0K

$34.6K MYR 140.6K

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$65.3 MYR 265

$38.18 MYR 155

$155 MYR 630

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$9.67 MYR 39.25

$5.86 MYR 23.78

$23.44 MYR 95.2

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$25.25 MYR 103

$22.31 MYR 90.6

$46.42 MYR 188

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$38.32 MYR 156

$30.19 MYR 123

$46.45 MYR 189

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$7.35 MYR 29.85

$3.56 MYR 14.46

$7.35 MYR 29.85

Cinema Ticket

$5.24 MYR 21.28

$4.28 MYR 17.39

$7.14 MYR 28.99

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$118 MYR 480

$94.5 MYR 384

$473 MYR 1,919

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$4,254 MYR 17.3K

$3,480 MYR 14.1K

$18.6K MYR 75.4K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$60.9 MYR 247

$35.43 MYR 144

$118 MYR 480

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$36.97 MYR 150

$16.34 MYR 66.3

$117 MYR 474

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$76.8 MYR 312

$60.0 MYR 244

$120 MYR 487

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$79.1 MYR 321

$47.46 MYR 193

$119 MYR 482

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$448 MYR 1,821

$287 MYR 1,165

$550 MYR 2,233

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$347 MYR 1,410

$306 MYR 1,243

$377 MYR 1,529

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$853 MYR 3,464

$711 MYR 2,886

$1,019 MYR 4,137

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$463 MYR 1,882

$278 MYR 1,129

$649 MYR 2,634

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$1,639 MYR 6,654

$1,487 MYR 6,039

$2,826 MYR 11.5K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$821 MYR 3,334

$697 MYR 2,831

$1,409 MYR 5,720

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$1,042 MYR 4,231

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

3.96

2.75

5.39

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: January 13, 2026

Selangor Median Internet Speeds (Updated December 2025)

Mobile

Mbps

Fixed Broadband

189

Mbps

The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

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Cost of Living in Selangor - Frequently Asked Questions

Selangor offers a mix of value-driven options near the metro belt that balance city access with lower costs than the city center. You’ll find housing ranging from affordable apartments to quieter suburban homes, plus abundant hawker meals and growing coworking spaces. The Cost of Living in Selangor, Malaysia can be very manageable for those who choose areas slightly outside hot spots while staying well connected to Kuala Lumpur and regional job hubs. Seasonal rain influences daily routines, but essential amenities keep life predictable. Tip: Map transit lines and scout neighborhoods to find pockets that fit your budget.

Day-to-day life blends city access with suburban calm. Housing search centers on practical options in areas like Petaling Jaya or Subang Jaya, where transit, groceries, and cafes cluster near stations. Food choices span affordable hawker meals to modern eateries, and weekly markets help you stretch budgets. For transport, a mix of KTM Komuter lines, buses, and rideshares keeps you flexible without owning a car. The Selangor, Malaysia living cost stays reasonable if you choose longer leases and share amenities in condominiums or gated communities. Tip: Build a simple weekly plan that groups errands by neighborhood to cut trips and save time.

Choosing a neighborhood in Selangor means balancing commute, safety, and vibe. Start with a simple budgeting framework: map essential expenses (housing, utilities, groceries, transport) and non essential costs, then adjust by season and location. Quality of life rises when you pick areas with reliable internet, nearby parks, and accessible healthcare. In monsoon months, consider drainage in low-lying areas and plan indoor activities; in drier spells, you’ll enjoy outdoor markets and events. Neighborhood fit varies from energetic suburbs with schools to quieter pockets near nature reserves. Tip: test a few areas with short-term stays before committing to a longer lease to compare feel and practicality.