Prices in Kuching

How much will you spend in restaurants and bars? Is eating out expensive in Kuching? Below you will see our breakdowns and comparisons of prices and expenses in Kuching.

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What are the supermarket prices in Kuching? Are the costs of living in Kuching higher than in United States? Kuching - How much do you need to spend on entertainment, and how much will you pay in restaurants and bars?
Below you will read the current price and cost statement in Kuching: food prices, Prices in restaurants, cost of living, and entertainment costs (The last update: today 18 hours ago)

Currency in Malaysia Malaysian ringgit (MYR). For 10 US dollars you can get 44.7 Malaysian ringgits. For 100 US dollars you can get 447 Malaysian ringgits. And the other way around: For 10 Malaysian ringgits you can get 2.24 US dollars.


Generally, it is much cheaper in Malaysia than in United States. Food is 34% cheaper. Dining in restaurants and bars will be cheaper by 77%. In turn, the cost of living in Kuching is lower than the cost in United States by 15%. If we want to spend time actively or to have fun, we will pay less than in United States about 39%.

Are hotels expensive in Kuching? How much will we pay for a room in Kuching?

The average price of accommodation in Malaysia is $28 (MYR 127). If you are looking for the cheapest accommodation: in a cheap one-star hotel you will pay: $12.3 (MYR 55) and if you like hostels, you'll spend the night there for: $10.7 (MYR 48). The cost of a room in a 2-star hotel is Malaysia in $14.7 (MYR 66). 3-star hotels offer accommodation for an average price of $30 (MYR 135) Overnight stay in a 4-star hotel costs $54 (MYR 240) in Malaysia If you are looking for the best conditions for your stay, then in 5-star hotels that will provide much more luxury you will have to pay $54 (MYR 241)


Is it expensive in stores in Kuching? Will I pay a lot for groceries in Kuching? Below you will find the current price list of food products in Kuching, such as: milk, lettuce, bottled water, bananas, or foreign beer (The last update: 3 days ago)

Can you eat cheaply in restaurants in Kuching? What are the prices in affordable pubs in Kuching? How much will I have to spend a day when I only eat in fast food restaurants in Kuching?

If we are looking for an inexpensive place to eat, we should expect to pay around 2.5 US dollars. With limited time and to avoid spending too much, you can opt for fast food. The cost of a meal set (sandwich, fries, and a soda) is approximately 4.5 US dollars. And when we can afford to go out to the restaurant, we'll pay for a three-course meal around 12.9 US dollars. And if you want to drink a beer or two, you have to pay extra: 5.4 US dollars (price for 2 bottles) And if you prefer a Coke, Fanta, Sprite or similar carbonated drink, then you have to pay 0.7 US dollars for a small bottle.
Below you will find a full list of prices in Kuching, including milk, lettuce, bottled water, bananas, or foreign beer


If you're planning a trip to a specific region of the world, might it be cheaper than in Kuching? Check out prices in nearby countries: Singapore, Cambodia, Vietnam, Thailand, and Brunei.

Food

Current prices overview: food prices Kuching

Restaurants

Current prices overview: Prices in restaurants Kuching

Cost Of Living

Current prices overview: cost of living Kuching

Entertainment

Current prices overview: entertainment costs Kuching

Kuching - comparison of selected prices with prices in United States:

Price fees $43 ($34 - $52)

fees

$43 ($34 - $52)
79% is less expensive than in United States

Price internet $29 ($25 - $32)

internet

$29 ($25 - $32)
by half less than in United States

Price jeans $72 ($59 - $83)

jeans

$72 ($59 - $83)
37% more than in United States

Price average earnings $486

average earnings

$486
89% is less expensive than in United States

Price renting a small apartment in the center $271 ($179 - $671)

renting a small apartment in the center

$271 ($179 - $671)
85% is less expensive than in United States

Price renting a large apartment outside the center $373 ($157 - $626)

renting a large apartment outside the center

$373 ($157 - $626)
85% is less expensive than in United States

Price bread $0.96 ($0.89 - $1.1)

bread

$0.96 ($0.89 - $1.1)
73% is less expensive than in United States

Price cheese $13.6 ($5.8 - $22)

cheese

$13.6 ($5.8 - $22)
5.6% more than in United States

Price rice $1 ($0.6 - $1.3)

rice

$1 ($0.6 - $1.3)
78% is less expensive than in United States

Price tomatoes $1.6 ($1.1 - $2)

tomatoes

$1.6 ($1.1 - $2)
67% is less expensive than in United States

Price bananas $1.2 ($0.67 - $2.2)

bananas

$1.2 ($0.67 - $2.2)
31% is less expensive than in United States

Price wine $22 ($11.2 - $34)

wine

$22 ($11.2 - $34)
by half more than in United States

Price cheap restaurant $2.5 ($1.8 - $3.4)

cheap restaurant

$2.5 ($1.8 - $3.4)
88% is less expensive than in United States

Price local beer $2.7 ($1.8 - $4.9)

local beer

$2.7 ($1.8 - $4.9)
by half less than in United States

Price coffee $2.4 ($1.1 - $4)

coffee

$2.4 ($1.1 - $4)
by half less than in United States

Price bottle of water $0.4 ($0.34 - $0.56)

bottle of water

$0.4 ($0.34 - $0.56)
81% is less expensive than in United States

Price Burger King or a similar bar $4.5 ($4 - $4.5)

Burger King or a similar bar

$4.5 ($4 - $4.5)
by half less than in United States

Price Cola, Pepsi, Sprite, Mirinda $0.7 ($0.67 - $0.78)

Cola, Pepsi, Sprite, Mirinda

$0.7 ($0.67 - $0.78)
72% is less expensive than in United States

Food Prices Kuching

  1. Milk (regular), 1 liter $1.5 (MYR 6.5)
  2. A loaf of fresh white bread (500g) $0.96 (MYR 4.3)
  3. Eggs (regular) (12) $1.8 (MYR 7.9)
  4. Local Cheese (1kg) $13.6 (MYR 61)
  5. Water (1.5 liter bottle) $0.66 (MYR 2.9)
  6. A bottle of wine (mid-range) $22 (MYR 100)
  7. Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle) $2 (MYR 9)
  8. Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) $3.1 (MYR 14)
  9. Pack of Cigarettes (Marlboro) $4 (MYR 18)
  10. Chicken breasts (skinless and boneless) - (1kg) $3.2 (MYR 14.5)
  11. Apples (1kg) $2.9 (MYR 13.2)
  12. Oranges (1kg) $2.8 (MYR 12.4)
  13. Potatoes (1kg) $0.7 (MYR 3.2)
  14. Lettuce (1 head) $1.5 (MYR 6.5)
  15. Kilo of white rice $1 (MYR 4.5)
  16. Tomatoes (1kg) $1.6 (MYR 7.2)
  17. Bananas (1kg) $1.2 (MYR 5.2)
  18. Onions (1kg) $1.1 (MYR 5)
  19. Beef (1kg) (or similar red meat) $7 (MYR 31)

Prices In Restaurants Kuching

  1. Meal in a cheap restaurant $2.5 (MYR 11)
  2. Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course $12.9 (MYR 58)
  3. McMeal at McDonald's (or Equivalent Combo Meal) $4.5 (MYR 20)
  4. Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) $2.7 (MYR 12)
  5. Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) $3.6 (MYR 16)
  6. Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) $0.7 (MYR 3.1)
  7. Water (0.33 liter bottle) $0.4 (MYR 1.8)
  8. Cappuccino $2.4 (MYR 10.6)

Cost Of Living Kuching

  1. One-way Ticket (Local Transport) $0.22 (MYR 1)
  2. Monthly Pass (Regular Price) $6.7 (MYR 30)
  3. Gasoline (1 liter) $0.46 (MYR 2.1)
  4. Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW (or equivalent new car) $43.1K (MYR 193K)
  5. Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre $271 (MYR 1.21K)
  6. Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre $166 (MYR 742)
  7. Apartment (3 bedrooms) in city centre $518 (MYR 2.32K)
  8. Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre $373 (MYR 1.67K)
  9. Utilities (electricity, heating, water, garbage) for an 85m2 apartment $43 (MYR 192)
  10. Internet (60 Mbps or more, unlimited data, cable/ADSL) $29 (MYR 128)
  11. numb_34 $8.9 (MYR 40)
  12. 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) $72 (MYR 323)
  13. 1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M,...) $47 (MYR 209)
  14. 1 pair of Nike running shoes or similar $78 (MYR 350)
  15. 1 pair of men's leather shoes $69 (MYR 307)
  16. Toyota Corolla 1.6l, 97kW Comfort (or equivalent new car) $34.8K (MYR 156K)
  17. Preschool (or Kindergarten), Private, Monthly for 1 Child $129 (MYR 577)
  18. Price per square meter for an apartment in the city center $1.68K (MYR 7.51K)
  19. International Primary School, Annually for 1 Child $4.86K (MYR 21.8K)
  20. Price per square meter for an apartment outside of city centre $1.21K (MYR 5.41K)
  21. Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) $486 (MYR 2.17K)
  22. Mortgage annual interest rate in percentages (%) 4.1%
  23. Taxi starting fare (normal tariff) $0.89 (MYR 4)
  24. Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) $0.89 (MYR 4)
  25. Taxi 1 hour waiting (normal tariff) $1.8 (MYR 8)

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Kuching Cost Of Living

Entertainment Costs Kuching

  1. Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult $36 (MYR 160)
  2. Tennis court rental (1 hour during a weekend) $11.2 (MYR 50)
  3. Cinema, Single Ticket $4.5 (MYR 20)

What are the different prices in the cities in Malaysia? Look here: Prices in cities in Malaysia

Prices: George Town   Ipoh   Johor Bahru   Klang   Kuala Lumpur   Kuantan   Kuching   Seremban   Shah Alam   Subang Jaya  

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Cost of Living in Malaysia: Prices for Travel, Eating Out, Groceries, and More. Discover the cost of living in Malaysia with our comprehensive guide. We'll cover prices for travel, eating out, groceries, and more. Plus, get answers to the most common questions about prices and costs of living.

Do you want to learn more about different prices? See the following comparison:

Price local beer $2.7 ($1.8 - $4.9)

local beer

$2.7 ($1.8 - $4.9)
by half less than in United States

Price bread $0.96 ($0.89 - $1.1)

bread

$0.96 ($0.89 - $1.1)
73% is less expensive than in United States

Price cheese $13.6 ($5.8 - $22)

cheese

$13.6 ($5.8 - $22)
5.6% more than in United States

Price renting a large apartment outside the center $373 ($157 - $626)

renting a large apartment outside the center

$373 ($157 - $626)
85% is less expensive than in United States

Price Burger King or a similar bar $4.5 ($4 - $4.5)

Burger King or a similar bar

$4.5 ($4 - $4.5)
by half less than in United States

Price renting a small apartment in the center $271 ($179 - $671)

renting a small apartment in the center

$271 ($179 - $671)
85% is less expensive than in United States