Malaysia
Will I save money living in Malaysia?
We asked expats if they save money living in Malaysia. They said...
"Exceeded them, definitely. Cost of Living is very low here, except for wine and spirits, which are taxed heavily. But I can still get a tin of cheap beer for @US$1. My 3BR/2B penthouse condo costs US$600/month and has a gym, pool, mall, and loads of cafes and shops withing strolling distance. I tend to eat local and avoid Fast Food places which are considered "luxury" restaurants here," mentioned another expat when asked about moving to Kuching, Malaysia.
"Generally speaking, living in Malaysia can be significantly less expensive compared to the United States. Regular expenses such as groceries, utilities, transportation, and dining out tend to be much lower in Malaysia than in the United States. The cost of housing is also much lower in many areas of Malaysia. Additionally, certain taxes, such as sales tax, are not present in Malaysia, making it a particularly cost-effective country to live in," commented one expat who made the move to Malaysia.
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Will I save money living in Malaysia?
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About the Author
Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
