Is Kuala Lumpur more expensive than Almaty?

Kuala Lumpur is 0.3% cheaper than Almaty overall. Rent is 14.9% lower, groceries 26.0% more expensive, and restaurants 31.7% cheaper.

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

Almaty has a purchasing power index of 59.2 while Kuala Lumpur has 116.0 (NYC = 100). Kuala Lumpur offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇰🇿 Almaty vs 🇲🇾 Kuala Lumpur

2026

Kuala Lumpur is 0.3% cheaper

Category	🇰🇿 Almaty	🇲🇾 Kuala Lumpur	Difference
Cost of Living	38.2	38.1	-0.3%
Rent	16.1	13.7	-14.9%
Groceries	36.6	46.1	+26.0%
Restaurants	43.2	29.5	-31.7%
Purchasing Power	59.2	116.0	+95.9%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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