Cost of living in Johor Bahru, Malaysia vs Austin, Texas, United States
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| Food | - 45% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Johor Bahru (Malaysia) is 45% cheaper than in Austin, Texas (United States) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | RM18 ($4.48) | $15 | - 70% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | RM14 ($3.54) | $7 | - 51% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | RM8 ($1.89) | $4.53 | - 58% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | RM6 ($1.58) | $0.91 | + 73% | |
| 12 eggs, large | RM5.70 ($1.41) | $3.08 | - 54% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | RM4.56 ($1.13) | $4.78 | - 76% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | RM17 ($4.10) | $7 | - 38% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | RM12 ($3.05) | $3.17 | - 4% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | RM3.59 ($0.89) | $1.34 | - 34% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | RM11 ($2.62) | $3.28 | - 20% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | RM80 ($20) | $15 | + 32% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | RM4.36 ($1.08) | $1.82 | - 41% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | RM3.94 ($0.97) | $1.65 | - 41% | |
| Housing | - 61% | |||
| Housing in Johor Bahru (Malaysia) is 61% cheaper than in Austin, Texas (United States) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | RM3,714 ($919) | $2,021 | - 55% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | RM1,776 ($439) | $1,391 | - 68% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | RM215 ($53) | $189 | - 72% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | RM1,597 ($395) | $1,885 | - 79% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | RM1,043 ($258) | $1,089 | - 76% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | RM195 ($48) | $122 | - 60% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | RM132 ($33) | $50 | - 34% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | RM1,466 ($363) | $249 | + 46% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | RM457 ($113) | $155 | - 27% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | RM27 ($7) | $13 | - 46% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | RM36 ($9) | $19 | - 54% | |
| Clothes | - 19% | |||
| Clothes in Johor Bahru (Malaysia) is 19% cheaper than in Austin, Texas (United States) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | RM235 ($58) | $58 | - 0% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | RM148 ($37) | $49 | - 25% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | RM319 ($79) | $94 | - 16% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | RM317 ($78) | $111 | - 30% | |
| Transportation | - 13% | |||
| Transportation in Johor Bahru (Malaysia) is 13% cheaper than in Austin, Texas (United States) | ||||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | RM161,735 ($40,004) | $25,646 | + 56% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | RM2.28 ($0.56) | $0.58 | - 3% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | RM121 ($30) | $49 | - 40% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | RM16 ($4.04) | $17 | - 76% | |
| Personal Care | - 57% | |||
| Personal Care in Johor Bahru (Malaysia) is 57% cheaper than in Austin, Texas (United States) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | RM14 ($3.46) | $5.69 | - 39% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | RM27 ($7) | $15 | - 55% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | RM93 ($23) | $117 | - 80% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | RM22 ($5.55) | $5.99 | - 7% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | RM9 ($2.12) | $4.05 | - 48% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | RM14 ($3.54) | $4.68 | - 24% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | RM8 ($2.02) | $4.16 | - 51% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | RM7 ($1.77) | $1.70 | + 4% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | RM33 ($8) | $31 | - 74% | |
| Entertainment | - 45% | |||
| Entertainment in Johor Bahru (Malaysia) is 45% cheaper than in Austin, Texas (United States) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | RM88 ($22) | $52 | - 59% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | RM37 ($9) | $24 | - 63% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | RM175 ($43) | $224 | - 81% | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | RM175 ($43) | $87 | - 51% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | RM29 ($7) | $12 | - 40% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | RM14 ($3.36) | $5.13 | - 34% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | RM17 ($4.27) | $5.69 | - 25% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | RM2,341 ($579) | $417 | + 39% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | RM0.26 ($0.07) | $0.19 | - 66% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | RM143 ($35) | $61 | - 42% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | RM17 ($4.24) | $8 | - 44% | |
| TOTAL | - 45% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 503 prices entered by 76 different people.
These prices were last updated on January 27, 2021.
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Cost of living in Johor Bahru (Malaysia) is 45% cheaper than in Austin, Texas (United States)
For example, to keep the same standard of living that would require $6,000 in Austin, Texas you would need to make just about $3,303 (RM13,356) in Johor Bahru.
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