Is Kuala Lumpur more expensive than Almaty?

Kuala Lumpur is 0.4% more expensive than Almaty overall. Rent is 24.7% lower, groceries 2.0% more expensive, and restaurants 37.4% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Almaty or Kuala Lumpur?

Almaty has a purchasing power index of 54.4 while Kuala Lumpur has 110.8 (NYC = 100). Kuala Lumpur offers better purchasing power.

Almaty vs Kuala Lumpur: Kuala Lumpur is 0.4% more expensive, rent 25% lower (2026)

Category	🇰🇿 Almaty	🇲🇾 Kuala Lumpur	Difference
Cost of Living	24.1	24.2	+0.4%
Rent	17.0	12.8	-24.7%
Groceries	44.4	45.3	+2.0%
Restaurants	48.4	30.3	-37.4%
Purchasing Power	54.4	110.8	+103.7%

Data from March – October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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