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| Food | - 57% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Johor Bahru (Malaysia) is 57% cheaper than in Portland, Oregon (United States) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | RM15 ($3.67) | $15 | - 76% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | RM14 ($3.33) | $8 | - 59% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | RM5.97 ($1.43) | $4.77 | - 70% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | RM6 ($1.53) | $0.87 | + 75% | |
| 12 eggs, large | RM5.71 ($1.37) | $3.00 | - 54% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | RM5.04 ($1.21) | $4.25 | - 72% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | RM15 ($3.56) | $7 | - 47% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | RM11 ($2.65) | $3.73 | - 29% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | RM3.78 ($0.91) | $1.81 | - 50% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | RM11 ($2.54) | $7 | - 65% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | RM80 ($19) | $15 | + 31% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | RM4.33 ($1.04) | $2.08 | - 50% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | RM3.85 ($0.92) | $2.16 | - 57% | |
| Housing | - 62% | |||
| Housing in Johor Bahru (Malaysia) is 62% cheaper than in Portland, Oregon (United States) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | RM3,875 ($928) | $1,975 | - 53% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | RM1,853 ($444) | $1,659 | - 73% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | RM202 ($48) | $199 | - 76% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | RM1,667 ($399) | $1,651 | - 76% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | RM1,067 ($255) | $1,182 | - 78% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | RM208 ($50) | $135 | - 63% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | RM144 ($35) | $43 | - 21% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | RM1,429 ($342) | $318 | + 8% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | RM479 ($115) | $151 | - 24% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | RM27 ($6) | $9 | - 32% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | RM35 ($8) | $23 | - 63% | |
| Clothes | - 26% | |||
| Clothes in Johor Bahru (Malaysia) is 26% cheaper than in Portland, Oregon (United States) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | RM234 ($56) | $50 | + 12% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | RM149 ($36) | $51 | - 31% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | RM308 ($74) | $93 | - 21% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | RM288 ($69) | $138 | - 50% | |
| Transportation | - 43% | |||
| Transportation in Johor Bahru (Malaysia) is 43% cheaper than in Portland, Oregon (United States) | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | RM158,110 ($37,857) | $22,415 | + 69% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | RM2.31 ($0.55) | $0.89 | - 37% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | RM123 ($30) | $94 | - 69% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | RM16 ($3.91) | $23 | - 83% | |
| Personal Care | - 65% | |||
| Personal Care in Johor Bahru (Malaysia) is 65% cheaper than in Portland, Oregon (United States) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | RM15 ($3.59) | $7 | - 47% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | RM27 ($6) | $24 | - 73% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | RM92 ($22) | $171 | - 87% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | RM22 ($5.38) | $8 | - 31% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | RM9 ($2.05) | $3.54 | - 42% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | RM14 ($3.46) | $4.68 | - 26% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | RM7 ($1.77) | $3.12 | - 43% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | RM7 ($1.70) | $2.16 | - 21% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | RM36 ($9) | $24 | - 64% | |
| Entertainment | - 41% | |||
| Entertainment in Johor Bahru (Malaysia) is 41% cheaper than in Portland, Oregon (United States) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | RM81 ($19) | $41 | - 53% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | RM35 ($8) | $25 | - 67% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | RM532 ($127) | $162 | - 22% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | RM192 ($46) | $88 | - 48% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | RM29 ($7) | $11 | - 40% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | RM13 ($3.10) | $4.63 | - 33% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | RM16 ($3.91) | $5.43 | - 28% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | RM2,363 ($566) | $415 | + 36% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | RM0.27 ($0.07) | $0.33 | - 80% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | RM144 ($35) | $41 | - 16% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | RM17 ($4.13) | $7 | - 39% | |
| TOTAL | - 53% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 1,213 prices entered by 155 different people.
These prices were last updated on December 05, 2019.
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Cost of living in Johor Bahru (Malaysia) is 53% cheaper than in Portland, Oregon (United States)
For example, to keep the same standard of living that would require $5,400 in Portland, Oregon you would need to make just about $2,558 (RM10,685) in Johor Bahru.
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