Cost of living in Malaysia compared to Argentina
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Food | - 12% | |||
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Food in Malaysia is 12% cheaper than in Argentina | ||||
Malaysia | Argentina | Diff | ||
Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | RM17 (ARS $3,055) | ARS $8,530 | - 64% | |
Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | RM19 (ARS $3,427) | ARS $5,897 | - 42% | |
500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | RM9 (ARS $1,694) | ARS $1,911 | - 11% | |
1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | RM8 (ARS $1,401) | ARS $882 | + 59% | |
12 eggs, large | RM9 (ARS $1,701) | ARS $1,929 | - 12% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | RM6 (ARS $1,163) | ARS $1,061 | + 10% | |
500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | RM27 (ARS $4,832) | ARS $4,091 | + 18% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | RM11 (ARS $1,999) | ARS $1,592 | + 26% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | RM4.72 (ARS $849) | ARS $782 | + 9% | |
0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | RM11 (ARS $2,000) | ARS $1,079 | + 85% | |
1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | RM68 (ARS $12,228) | ARS $4,509 | + 171% | |
2 liters of coca-cola | RM5.59 (ARS $1,007) | ARS $1,946 | - 48% | |
Bread for 2 people for 1 day | RM3.60 (ARS $648) | ARS $429 | + 51% | |
Housing | + 39% | |||
Housing in Malaysia is 39% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
Malaysia | Argentina | Diff | ||
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | RM3,486 (ARS $627,684) | ARS $451,018 | + 39% | |
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | RM1,957 (ARS $352,347) | ARS $318,244 | + 11% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | RM254 (ARS $45,679) | ARS $28,854 | + 58% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | RM2,157 (ARS $388,460) | ARS $337,031 | + 15% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | RM1,384 (ARS $249,295) | ARS $199,181 | + 25% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | RM236 (ARS $42,424) | ARS $25,370 | + 67% | |
Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | RM105 (ARS $18,988) | ARS $9,195 | + 106% | |
40” flat screen tv | RM961 (ARS $173,032) | ARS $252,100 | - 31% | |
Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | RM692 (ARS $124,539) | ARS $141,734 | - 12% | |
Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | RM18 (ARS $3,243) | ARS $3,508 | - 8% | |
Hourly rate for cleaning help | RM35 (ARS $6,252) | ARS $2,229 | + 180% | |
Clothes | - 16% | |||
Clothes in Malaysia is 16% cheaper than in Argentina | ||||
Malaysia | Argentina | Diff | ||
1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | RM231 (ARS $41,529) | ARS $47,670 | - 13% | |
1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | RM154 (ARS $27,696) | ARS $30,480 | - 9% | |
1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | RM328 (ARS $59,061) | ARS $94,860 | - 38% | |
1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | RM308 (ARS $55,495) | ARS $68,106 | - 19% | |
Transportation | - 28% | |||
Transportation in Malaysia is 28% cheaper than in Argentina | ||||
Malaysia | Argentina | Diff | ||
Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | RM151,470 (ARS $27,276,890) | ARS $17,137,900 | + 59% | |
1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | RM2.04 (ARS $367) | ARS $716 | - 49% | |
Monthly ticket public transport | RM54 (ARS $9,795) | ARS $27,160 | - 64% | |
Personal Care | - 9% | |||
Personal Care in Malaysia is 9% cheaper than in Argentina | ||||
Malaysia | Argentina | Diff | ||
Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | RM11 (ARS $1,949) | ARS $3,587 | - 46% | |
1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | RM25 (ARS $4,532) | ARS $6,490 | - 30% | |
Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | RM85 (ARS $15,256) | ARS $10,006 | + 52% | |
1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | RM40 (ARS $7,203) | ARS $3,430 | + 110% | |
Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | RM12 (ARS $2,139) | ARS $1,612 | + 33% | |
Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | RM14 (ARS $2,443) | ARS $3,019 | - 19% | |
4 rolls of toilet paper | RM9 (ARS $1,546) | ARS $2,188 | - 29% | |
Tube of toothpaste | RM6 (ARS $1,089) | ARS $1,947 | - 44% | |
Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | RM27 (ARS $4,949) | ARS $5,524 | - 10% | |
Entertainment | - 0% | |||
Entertainment in Malaysia is about the same as in Argentina | ||||
Malaysia | Argentina | Diff | ||
Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | RM90 (ARS $16,203) | ARS $15,397 | + 5% | |
2 tickets to the movies | RM40 (ARS $7,129) | ARS $6,367 | + 12% | |
2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | ARS $18,459 | - | |
Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | RM122 (ARS $21,916) | ARS $22,802 | - 4% | |
1 cocktail drink in downtown club | RM30 (ARS $5,465) | ARS $4,696 | + 16% | |
Cappuccino in expat area of the city | RM14 (ARS $2,503) | ARS $2,399 | + 4% | |
1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | RM18 (ARS $3,281) | ARS $2,204 | + 49% | |
Ipad wi-fi 128gb | RM4,829 (ARS $869,635) | ARS $441,836 | + 97% | |
1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | RM0.13 (ARS $24) | ARS $200 | - 88% | |
1 month of gym membership in business district | RM199 (ARS $35,800) | ARS $21,782 | + 64% | |
1 package of marlboro cigarettes | RM18 (ARS $3,174) | ARS $2,480 | + 28% | |
TOTAL | - 7% |
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 7,474 prices entered by 870 different people.
These prices were last updated on March 18, 2024.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Malaysia is 7% cheaper than in Argentina
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