Cost of living in Shah Alam (Malaysia) is 62% cheaper than in San Francisco, California (United States)
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| Food in Shah Alam (Malaysia) is 68% cheaper than in San Francisco, California (United States) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Shah Alam (Malaysia) | San Francisco, California (United States) | Diff |
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ||
| RM11 ($2.70) | $19 | 86% |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | ||
| RM15 ($3.70) | $9 | 60% |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ||
| RM8 ($1.89) | $5.20 | 64% |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ||
| RM6 ($1.52) | $1.16 | 31% |
| 12 eggs, large | ||
| RM6 ($1.47) | $5.18 | 72% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | ||
| RM3.99 ($0.97) | $4.92 | 80% |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ||
| RM26 ($6) | $12 | 48% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ||
| RM9 ($2.30) | $4.15 | 45% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ||
| RM3.80 ($0.92) | $2.18 | 58% |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ||
| RM9 ($2.08) | $5.54 | 63% |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ||
| RM79 ($19) | $18 | 5% |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | ||
| RM4.19 ($1.01) | $2.51 | 60% |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ||
| RM2.68 ($0.65) | $3.82 | 83% |
| Housing in Shah Alam (Malaysia) is 77% cheaper than in San Francisco, California (United States) | ||
| Shah Alam (Malaysia) | San Francisco, California (United States) | Diff |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | ||
| RM2,309 ($560) | $3,960 | 86% |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | ||
| RM1,587 ($385) | $3,733 | 90% |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ||
| RM220 ($53) | $118 | 55% |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | ||
| RM1,724 ($418) | $2,997 | 86% |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | ||
| RM1,330 ($322) | $2,375 | 86% |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | ||
| RM968 ($235) | $101 | 133% |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | ||
| RM136 ($33) | $49 | 33% |
| 40” flat screen TV | ||
| RM1,598 ($387) | $518 | 25% |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | ||
| RM419 ($101) | $139 | 27% |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ||
| RM19 ($4.57) | $11 | 60% |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | ||
| RM16 ($3.90) | $42 | 91% |
| Clothes in Shah Alam (Malaysia) is 28% cheaper than in San Francisco, California (United States) | ||
| Shah Alam (Malaysia) | San Francisco, California (United States) | Diff |
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | ||
| RM202 ($49) | $60 | 18% |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | ||
| RM146 ($35) | $42 | 16% |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | ||
| RM247 ($60) | $105 | 43% |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ||
| RM242 ($59) | $171 | 66% |
| Transportation in Shah Alam (Malaysia) is 35% cheaper than in San Francisco, California (United States) | ||
| Shah Alam (Malaysia) | San Francisco, California (United States) | Diff |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | ||
| RM157,755 ($38,234) | $23,327 | 64% |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ||
| RM2.20 ($0.53) | $0.94 | 43% |
| Monthly ticket public transport | ||
| RM169 ($41) | $92 | 56% |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | ||
| RM15 ($3.71) | $19 | 80% |
| Personal Care in Shah Alam (Malaysia) is 62% cheaper than in San Francisco, California (United States) | ||
| Shah Alam (Malaysia) | San Francisco, California (United States) | Diff |
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ||
| RM26 ($6) | $9 | 28% |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | ||
| RM36 ($9) | $12 | 27% |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | ||
| RM67 ($16) | $132 | 88% |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | ||
| RM17 ($4.20) | $7 | 41% |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ||
| RM11 ($2.60) | $4.80 | 46% |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ||
| RM16 ($3.94) | $8 | 53% |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | ||
| RM6 ($1.56) | $4.63 | 66% |
| Tube of toothpaste | ||
| RM5.76 ($1.40) | $2.49 | 44% |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ||
| RM30 ($7) | $32 | 78% |
| Entertainment in Shah Alam (Malaysia) is 51% cheaper than in San Francisco, California (United States) | ||
| Shah Alam (Malaysia) | San Francisco, California (United States) | Diff |
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ||
| RM69 ($17) | $61 | 73% |
| 2 tickets to the movies | ||
| RM30 ($7) | $31 | 77% |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ||
| RM206 ($50) | $263 | 81% |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ||
| RM199 ($48) | $109 | 56% |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ||
| RM53 ($13) | $14 | 11% |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ||
| RM14 ($3.48) | $5.17 | 33% |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ||
| RM35 ($8) | $9 | 2% |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | ||
| RM1,934 ($469) | $405 | 16% |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ||
| - | $0.35 | - |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | ||
| RM141 ($34) | $111 | 69% |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | ||
| RM16 ($3.77) | $11 | 67% |
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For example, to keep the same standard of living that would require $12,000 in San Francisco, California you would need to make just about $4,552 (RM18,781) in Shah Alam.