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Ipoh, Malaysia 🇲🇾
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Nomad Score:
70%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$180.00
$650.00
$30.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals in mid-range hotels or serviced apartments |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$45.00
$90.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$15.00
$40.00
$2.00
|
Daily cost for prepaid SIM and occasional Wi-Fi usage |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$120.00
$300.00
$5.00
|
Minimal groceries, mostly snacks or convenience items |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$40.00
$100.00
$3.00
|
Daily cost for taxis, Grab rides, or public transport |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$40.00
$360.00
$15.00
|
Daily cost for meals at local and tourist-oriented restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$20.00
$100.00
$7.00
|
Daily cost for attractions, entertainment, and tours |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$25.00
$150.00
$0.00
|
Usually covered by travel insurance, not included here |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$50.00
$0.00
|
Monthly average for visa renewals or legal paperwork for expats |
| Total |
$485.00
$1,840.00
$62.00
|
Cost Profile Definitions:
Local Resident: Lives permanently in the city with local housing and lifestyle.
Digital Nomad: Mid-term stay (1-6 months) with furnished accommodation and expat lifestyle.
Tourist: Short-term visit (1-14 days) with hotels and tourist activities.
Individual Item Costs
🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom)
$220.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
☕ Coffee
$1.50
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$2.00
Local beers are affordable; imported brands cost more.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$2.50
Typical local eateries offer meals at this price.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$3.50
Prices vary slightly between international and local chains.
per meal