Is Almaty more expensive than Kuala Lumpur?

Almaty is 0.3% more expensive than Kuala Lumpur overall. Rent is 17.5% higher, groceries 20.6% cheaper, and restaurants 46.4% more expensive.

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

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

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇲🇾 Kuala Lumpur vs 🇰🇿 Almaty

2026

Almaty is 0.3% more expensive

Category	🇲🇾 Kuala Lumpur	🇰🇿 Almaty	Difference
Cost of Living	38.1	38.2	+0.3%
Rent	13.7	16.1	+17.5%
Groceries	46.1	36.6	-20.6%
Restaurants	29.5	43.2	+46.4%
Purchasing Power	116.0	59.2	-49.0%

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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