Is Penang more expensive than Manila?

Penang is 1.4% cheaper than Manila overall. Rent is 50.9% lower, groceries 6.2% more expensive, and restaurants 4.8% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Manila or Penang?

Manila has a purchasing power index of 34.4 while Penang has 82.4 (NYC = 100). Penang offers better purchasing power.

Jämförelse av levnadskostnader · 2026

🇵🇭 Manila vs 🇲🇾 Penang

2026

Penang är 1.4% billigare

Kategori	🇵🇭 Manila	🇲🇾 Penang	Skillnad
Levnadskostnader	34.6	34.1	-1.4%
Hyra	16.1	7.9	-50.9%
Livsmedel	42.1	44.7	+6.2%
Restauranger	24.8	23.6	-4.8%
Köpkraft	34.4	82.4	+139.5%

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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