Is Penang more expensive than Kuching?

Penang is 4.0% cheaper than Kuching overall. Rent is 5.3% higher, groceries 3.0% cheaper, and restaurants 7.7% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Kuching or Penang?

Kuching has a purchasing power index of 48.2 while Penang has 85.5 (NYC = 100). Penang offers better purchasing power.

Jämförelse av levnadskostnader · 2026

🇲🇾 Kuching vs 🇲🇾 Penang

2026

Penang är 4.0% billigare

Kategori	🇲🇾 Kuching	🇲🇾 Penang	Skillnad
Levnadskostnader	35.0	33.6	-4.0%
Hyra	7.6	8.0	+5.3%
Livsmedel	43.8	42.5	-3.0%
Restauranger	25.9	23.9	-7.7%
Köpkraft	48.2	85.5	+77.4%

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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