Is the cost of living in Kuala Lumpur high?
We asked people about the cost of living in Kuala Lumpur, they wrote...
"Quite cheap. Renting a loft in Cheras will cost RM1,300-1,500 More expensive options in the city center will be more like RM2,500 Food shopping is around RM200 a week (for 2 people)," remarked another expat in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
"The cost of living in Kuala Lumpur is generally considered to be quite affordable. Rent for a nice 1 bedroom apartment in Kuala Lumpur is typically around $800 USD per month, while a nice 2 bedroom apartment can cost around $1,200 USD per month. Eating dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in Kuala Lumpur can cost around $10 USD per person," said a member in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
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